Vanilla Brown Butter Pear Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Introduction

Discover the cozy flavors of vanilla brown butter pear baked oatmeal, where juicy sweet pears meet warm cinnamon and rich brown butter in every bite. This easy baked oatmeal is naturally sweetened and perfect for a comforting winter breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

• Wet ingredients:
• ¼ cup butter*
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 ¾ cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• Dry ingredients:
• 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Mix-ins:
• 2 small to medium ripe Bartlett pears, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
• Optional: ¼ cup finely diced walnuts or pecans

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan with cooking spray or oil.
2. Step 2: Brown the butter by melting it in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly as it foams and begins to brown to a golden amber color with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: Add oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Stir in the diced pears and the cooled brown butter.
5. Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with walnuts or pecans if using. Bake for 35-45 minutes until edges are golden and the center is set. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into 6 pieces. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• To keep it dairy free, use melted coconut oil or vegan butter instead of real butter, but skip browning as it won’t work the same.
• For a gluten free option, substitute with gluten free rolled oats.
• If you’re out of pears, apples like Honeycrisp make a delicious substitute.
• Add 1 scoop of protein powder before baking for an extra protein boost.
• Peeling pears is optional; you can leave the skins on for added texture.

Storage

Allow the baked oatmeal to cool completely, then cover the pan with foil and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. For freezing, wrap sliced portions tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then microwave in 30-second intervals until heated through. You can also freeze the whole bake and reheat covered in the oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe vegan?

You can try replacing eggs with flax eggs and use melted coconut oil or vegan butter, but the texture and flavor may differ slightly as the original recipe is not tested vegan.

How do I know when a pear is ripe enough to use?

Press near the stem gently; if it gives slightly and feels soft, it’s ripe and perfect for baking. Avoid pears that are still hard for the best texture.

Vanilla Brown Butter Pear Baked Oatmeal Recipe

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Delight in this cozy vanilla brown butter pear baked oatmeal, bursting with juicy pears, cinnamon, and rich caramel-like brown butter. This wholesome and naturally sweetened baked oatmeal makes the perfect winter breakfast or brunch, combining comforting flavors with a moist texture that the whole family will love.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Wet ingredients:

• ¼ cup butter
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 ¾ cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Dry ingredients:

• 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Mix-ins:

• 2 small to medium ripe Bartlett pears, diced (about 1 ½ cups diced pears)

Optional:

• ¼ cup finely diced walnuts (or substitute pecans)

Instructions

1. Preheat & prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan with oil or nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
2. Brown the butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk constantly as it begins to crackle and foam. After a few minutes, the butter will start to brown and develop a golden amber color with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately and set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
3. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pure maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Add dry ingredients and pears: Add the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until fully combined. Gently fold in the diced pears, then add the cooled brown butter and mix evenly.
5. Bake the oatmeal: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into 6 pieces and serving.

Notes

• To keep this baked oatmeal dairy-free, substitute vegan butter or melted coconut oil for the butter, but do not brown these substitutes as they will not develop the brown butter flavor.
• Use gluten-free rolled oats to make this recipe gluten free.
• For an added protein boost, mix in 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder before baking to increase protein content to over 10g per serving.
• If you don’t have pears, apples such as Honeycrisp make a delicious alternative.
• Store leftovers covered in the fridge for 3-4 days and reheat in the microwave. You can also freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap and foil for quick reheating.

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