Maple-Cinnamon Banana-Pear Baked Oatmeal with Walnuts

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375° Lightly spray a 8 x 8″ or 9 x 9″ ceramic baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.

Step 2

Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on the bottom of the ceramic dish. Top with the pears, 1/4 teaspoon of the cinnamon, 2 tablespoon of the maple and cover with foil.

Step 3

Bake 20 minutes, until the bananas get soft.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the oats, half of the walnuts, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt; stir together.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining maple syrup, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Remove the fruit from the oven, then pour the oat mixture over the baked fruit.

Step 7

Pour the milk mixture over the oats, making sure to distribute the mixture as evenly as possible over the oats.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and walnuts over the the top.

Step 9

Bake the oatmeal for about 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal has set. Serve warm from the oven.