BAKED APPLE CRANBERRY WALNUT OATMEAL

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans are a healthier nut option.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener that can replace maple syrup.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of rolled oats and 3/4 cup of brown sugar, breaking up any clumps of brown sugar.

Add 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the oat mixture and mix well.

In another bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 2 cups of half-and-half, and a splash of vanilla extract.

Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until combined.

Add 1 cup of dried cranberries and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts to the mixture and fold in gently.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts on top of the mixture before baking.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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