A gluten-free brunch casserole that appeals to kids and adults.

Baked oats are a make-ahead healthy take on brunch casseroles that are typically bread centric.

Baked oatmeal is a sweet and gluten free breakfast by nature.

Overhead view of a baking pan with Baked Berry Oatmeal topped with extra berries with a serving removed from the dish.

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This casserole is perfect for a weekend brunch or even a weekday morning breakfast.

There are also plenty of flavor and ingredient swaps it’s possible for you to make too.

If youre vegan useflax eggsinstead.

Baked Oatmeal Bars served on a plate and topped with berries with maple syrup and extra berries set behind the plate.

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Baked oatmeal is endlessly versatile and who doesnt love a recipe you’re free to make your own?

Here are some tips to keep in mind when preparing a baked oatmeal casserole.

Baked oatmeal has a fairly firm texture, but it should never be dry.

Gluten-Free Baked Oatmeal served on a plate and sprinkled with berries.

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Conversely, it should turn out similar to a thick bread pudding.

Think creamy and custardy, but firm enough to lift out of the pan with your hands if desired.

To not offset the liquid ratio of this dish, fresh berries are the ideal choice.

A square white ceramic baking dish to make Overhead view of a baking pan with Baked Berry Oatmeal.

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Be sure to use a large spatula or serving spoon to remove it from the pan.

This casserole is perfect on its own, with no accouterments needed.

Perfect toppings for baked oatmeal include:

How It Keeps

Leftovers of this casserole hold up perfectly!

Oatmeal mixed in a glass bowl to make Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal.

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Once refrigerated, it will keep for three to five days before drying out.

To do that, reduce the baking time by ten minutes when baking ahead.

If youre feeding a crowd this recipe can also be doubled and baked in an 11x17 inch dish.

Berries mixed into oatmeal in a glass bowl to make Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal.

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Stir with a fork or whisk to combine thoroughly.

Fold 3/4 cup each of blueberries and raspberries into the mixture.

Pour mixture into prepared casserole dish.

Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal in a ceramic baking dish and ready to be baked.

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Sprinkle all remaining berries over top.

Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal (Gluten-Free) cooling on a wire rack.

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