Description
Peaches and cream baked oatmeal is a warm, wholesome breakfast casserole combining tender peaches, creamy Greek yogurt, and old-fashioned oats topped with a buttery streusel. Perfect for lazy weekend brunches or meal prep. Easily made gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan.
Ingredients
For the Oatmeal Base:
– 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (substitute certified gluten-free oats if needed)
– 1½ tsp cinnamon
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1 tsp kosher salt
– 3 large eggs
– 1⅓ cups plain Greek yogurt (substitute plant-based yogurt for vegan option)
– 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
– ½ cup maple syrup (adjust to taste; omit if peaches are very sweet)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ tsp almond extract
– 4 cups diced peaches (fresh or thawed frozen; pat dry if using frozen)
For the Streusel Topping:
– ⅓ cup brown sugar
– ⅓ cup flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
– ⅓ cup cold butter (substitute vegan butter for dairy-free option)
– Pinch of cinnamon
Optional Garnishes:
– Extra diced peaches
– Dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream
– Drizzle of cream or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the diced peaches.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- For the streusel topping, mash the brown sugar, flour, cold butter, and cinnamon with a fork or rub between your fingers until it resembles coarse sand. Sprinkle it evenly over the oat mixture.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra peaches, a dollop of yogurt, or a drizzle of cream if desired.
Notes
– Use ripe, fragrant peaches: They provide natural sweetness and juiciness. If using frozen peaches, thaw and pat them dry to avoid excess moisture.
– Adjust sweetness: Taste the batter before baking and adjust maple syrup as needed. Add 1–2 tablespoons more for a sweeter profile.
– Storage: Store cooled oatmeal in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze individual portions for longer storage; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat with a splash of milk for moisture.
– Customizations: Swap peaches for berries, apples, or bananas. Add shredded coconut, chia seeds, or spices like nutmeg or cardamom for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings per recipe)
- Calories: ~250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg