Michigan Fruit Baked Oatmeal

Name: Michigan Fruit Baked Oatmeal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup old-fashioned oats; 1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 cups fat-free milk; 1/2 cup chunky applesauce; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds; Optional toppings: vanilla yogurt and additional dried cranberries and sliced almonds

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Bake: 45 min.

Yield 3 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Whole-grain oatmeal is a delicious way to start every day. For a change, swap chunks of granny smith apples for the dried fruit. Leftovers warm well in the microwave.—Jeanette Kass, Ravenna, Michigan

Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup chunky applesauce
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
Optional toppings: vanilla yogurt and additional dried cranberries and sliced almonds

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with almonds.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until set. Serve with toppings if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 259 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein.

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