Baked Oatmeal with Yogurt
Description
Looking for a family-friendly breakfast recipe made with milk and dairy foods? This Baked Oatmeal with Yogurt is warm, comforting, and packed with wholesome ingredients. It’s perfect for busy mornings, classroom demonstrations, or meal prepping ahead for the week.
Milk and yogurt add high-quality protein, calcium, and essential nutrients that support growing bodies and strong bones. Pairing oats with dairy creates a balanced breakfast that helps fuel students and families throughout the day.
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Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large apple, chopped
- Yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x9-inch square pan with nonstick spray.
- Mix ingredients. Whisk all ingredients together in one large bowl. Pour into prepared baking pan and lightly press mixture into an even layer.
- Bake. Bake for 35 minutes or until the center appears almost set.
- Cool and serve. Cool for 5 minutes before serving. Top each portion with yogurt for added creaminess and protein.
Why Add Yogurt?
Serving baked oatmeal with yogurt boosts the protein content and adds beneficial nutrients like calcium and probiotics. Dairy yogurt complements the warm spices and apples while helping create a balanced meal. For classrooms, this recipe makes a great hands-on nutrition lesson demonstrating how milk and dairy foods contribute to a healthy breakfast pattern.Storage Tips
- Cover leftovers and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freeze oatmeal bars for up to 3 months.
- Reheat individual servings and top with fresh yogurt before serving