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Cozy Maple Bourbon Baked Oatmeal with Pecans

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A warm and inviting baked oatmeal featuring the subtle warmth of bourbon, sweetness of maple syrup, and crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for cozy weekend mornings or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (about 180g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2%, or dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup (80ml)
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 42g)
  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted (60g)
  • Optional toppings: additional maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit like sliced bananas or berries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Toast the chopped pecans on a baking sheet in the oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add milk, maple syrup, bourbon, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Whisk until well combined.
  5. Pour the dry oat mixture into the wet ingredients and stir gently until fully incorporated. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the oats to soak.
  6. Fold most of the toasted pecans into the batter, reserving a small handful for topping.
  7. Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved pecans evenly on top.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the baked oatmeal cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with extra maple syrup or fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

[‘Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; steel-cut oats are too chewy and instant oats get mushy.’, ‘Letting the oats soak in the wet ingredients for at least 5 minutes softens them and prevents dryness.’, ‘Toast pecans beforehand to enhance their flavor and crunch.’, ‘If edges brown too quickly, tent the dish with foil halfway through baking.’, ‘For a non-alcoholic version, omit bourbon and add extra vanilla extract with a pinch of smoked paprika.’, ‘You can prepare the mixture the night before and bake fresh in the morning, adding a few extra minutes if cold from the fridge.’, ‘Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds, and add berries or chocolate chips for variations.’, ‘For vegan adaptation, replace eggs with flax eggs and use dairy-free milk and butter.’]

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Keywords: baked oatmeal, maple bourbon oatmeal, pecans, cozy breakfast, easy brunch recipe, warm oatmeal, fall breakfast

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