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Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal Recipe

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This Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and delicious breakfast option that combines tart cranberries and zesty orange for a bright, flavorful twist. Perfect for a cozy morning, this gluten-free recipe is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and baked to a golden perfection. The optional orange glaze adds a delightful finishing touch, making it a perfect make-ahead meal that can be enjoyed warm or cold.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil, or melted cooled coconut oil, or light olive oil
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups gluten free rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (zest of 1 medium orange)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

Glaze Topping (Optional)

  • ½ cup confectioners sugar
  • 2 teaspoons orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375ºF and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish or a similar sized pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, chosen oil (avocado, coconut, or olive oil), pure maple syrup or honey, orange juice, milk, and vanilla or almond extract until well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the gluten free rolled oats, orange zest, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and fine sea salt to the wet mixture. Fold in the fresh or frozen cranberries gently to distribute evenly.
  4. Bake: Transfer the oatmeal batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set and firm to the touch.
  5. Make Glaze: While the oatmeal is baking, mix the confectioners sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until you reach a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
  6. Serve: You can serve the baked oatmeal immediately warm in a bowl or let it cool for about 20 minutes and cut into squares. Drizzle the optional orange glaze over the top before serving. Add extra maple syrup or honey as desired for sweetness.

Notes

  • STORAGE – Cover and store the baked oatmeal in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
  • FREEZE – Cut into bars, wrap each bar in plastic wrap, then place in a plastic freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • REHEAT – Reheat individual bars on a baking sheet in a 350ºF oven or toaster oven for 5-10 minutes or microwave for 20-30 seconds. To reheat the entire pan, cover it with aluminum foil and bake at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes.
  • Nutrition information is approximate and may vary based on the type of milk used. The glaze topping nutrition is not included.

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