Description
This Vanilla Chai Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast that combines aromatic chai spices with wholesome oats, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and baked to a golden perfection. It’s perfect for an easy make-ahead meal that can be served with yogurt, fresh fruit, or extra syrup for added sweetness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups almond milk (or milk of choice)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, spices (cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, ground cardamom), baking powder, salt, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract thoroughly until all components are well combined.
- Transfer and Spread: Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the oats are fully set and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enhance the dish by adding extra maple syrup, yogurt, or fresh fruit as desired for additional flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, including dairy or other plant-based options.
- Adjust the spices to your taste for more or less chai flavor.
- This baked oatmeal keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated for a quick breakfast.
- Maple syrup provides natural sweetness, but you can reduce or increase according to preference.
- For added texture, consider stirring in nuts or dried fruits before baking.
