Description
This Vanilla Chai Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast dish infused with fragrant chai spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom. Made with rolled oats soaked in almond milk and lightly sweetened with maple syrup, it’s a wholesome and delicious way to start your day. Perfectly baked to a golden finish, this recipe serves four and can easily be paired with yogurt, fresh fruit, or extra maple syrup.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, ground cardamom, baking powder, and salt. Add the almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract then stir all ingredients together until well combined.
- Pour Mixture: Transfer the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oats are set, signaling that it is fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, add extra maple syrup, yogurt, or fresh fruit on top for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, such as cow’s milk or oat milk.
- For a vegan version, ensure the choice of milk and sweetener is plant-based.
- Use gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before slicing and serving for easier handling.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick breakfast option.
