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Baked oatmeal is a comforting American breakfast dish that combines the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly, often enjoyed by children and adults alike. This dish transforms traditional oatmeal into a warm, cake-like treat, perfect for meal prep or a leisurely weekend breakfast. Its popularity has spread, with variations including different nut butters and fruits to suit various tastes and dietary needs.

Ingredients

  • oats
  • peanut butter
  • jelly
  • milk
  • eggs
  • baking powder
  • vanilla extract
  • brown sugar
  • salt
  • cinnamon
  • fresh berries
  • banana
  • chopped nuts
  • maple syrup

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2Grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  3. 3In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. 4In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. 5Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
  6. 6Fold in chopped nuts and fresh berries if using.
  7. 7Spread half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  8. 8Drop spoonfuls of jelly over the oat layer, then top with the remaining oat mixture.
  9. 9Drizzle additional peanut butter on top if desired.
  10. 10Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and set.
  11. 11Let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  12. 12Serve warm, drizzled with maple syrup if desired.

Ingredient Alternatives

peanut butter

Healthier: almond butter

Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides healthy fats, while sunflower seed butter is nut-free.

jelly

Healthier: fruit preserves

Cheaper: homemade fruit compote

Fruit preserves have less sugar and more fruit content.

milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: oat milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while oat milk is often less expensive.

brown sugar

Healthier: coconut sugar

Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often cheaper.

Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment

baking dishmixing bowlswhiskspatulameasuring cupsmeasuring spoons
milkeggspeanuts

Also Known As

Peanut Butter and Jelly Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup jelly (your choice)
  • 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen berries (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. 3In another bowl, mix together the almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
  5. 5Fold in the chopped nuts and berries if using.
  6. 6Spread half of the mixture into a greased 9x9 inch baking dish.
  7. 7Spoon the jelly over the oat mixture, then top with the remaining oat mixture.
  8. 8Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
  9. 9Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  10. 10Serve warm, optionally with additional jelly or fresh fruit on top.

Equipment

mixing bowlsbaking dishmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsspatula

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1-2 tsp chili flakes (adjust for spice level)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, water, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and chili flakes to create the marinade.
  2. 2Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
  3. 3In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
  4. 4Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  5. 5Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and add it to the skillet. Brown the chicken on both sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. 6Once browned, add the reserved marinade, bay leaf, and sliced bell peppers to the skillet.
  7. 7Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. 8Check for seasoning and add salt if necessary. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  9. 9Serve hot with rice or tortillas.

Equipment

large skilletmixing bowlmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until spices are fragrant.
  4. 4In a large bowl, combine cooked brown rice, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
  5. 5Add the cooked chicken mixture to the bowl and mix well to combine all ingredients.
  6. 6Divide the mixture into serving bowls.
  7. 7Top each bowl with diced avocado, shredded cheese (if using), and fresh cilantro.
  8. 8Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the bowls.

Equipment

large skilletmixing bowlserving bowls
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