Best Spiced Apricot Baked Oatmeal Recipes

SPICED APRICOT BAKED OATMEAL

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Eat these spiced oatmeal squares while they're still warm for a cozy morning treat. I freeze mine in single servings so I can grab, go and microwave when I get to work. I'm not too humble to say I have the best breakfast in the office. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter, melted
TOPPINGS:
3 cups vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup apricot preserves, warmed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix first 5 ingredients; stir in oats, apricots and pecans. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, applesauce and vanilla; gradually whisk in melted butter. Stir into oat mixture., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cut into 12 portions; serve with toppings. Freeze option: Freeze cooled portions of oatmeal in airtight freezer containers. To use, microwave each portion on high for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. Serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SPICED APRICOTS

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"I've been cooking for big gatherings for years...and now that I'm widowed, it's hard to cook for just one or two," admits Trudy Barth of Niceville, Florida. "That's why I appreciate simple recipes like this one, which turns canned apricots into a special side dish."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 whole allspice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)

Steps:

Drain apricots, reserving syrup; set apricots aside. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, allspice, cinnamon and reserved syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in apricots. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BAKED OATMEAL

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Baked oatmeal recipes are the best way to start the morning.You may think you're biting into a warm-from-the-oven oatmeal cookie. This oatmeal bake is also wonderful served with milk. -Arlene Riehl, Dundee, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
Additional milk

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and butter. Stir into oat mixture until blended., Spoon into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake 40-45 minutes or until set. Serve warm with milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.