Baked Apple-Oat Breakfast Squares
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 5 cups old fashioned oats divided
- 1 tbs cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup applesauce unsweetened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 medium apple peeled or unpeeled, and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
Instructions
- Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray; set aside.
- Blend 1 cup of oats in a blender or food processor until a fine powder forms, about 30 seconds. Transfer the flour to a medium bowl. Add the remaining oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt and stir to combine.
- Place the applesauce, eggs, and maple syrup in a large bowl and whisk to combine. Add the oat mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle the apple chunks over the top, lightly pressing them into the batter.
- Bake until golden-brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes in a metal pan, or up to 30 minutes in a glass or ceramic pan. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Recipe Notes
Storage: The squares can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.
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