Remember that beautiful lemon poppy seed baked oatmeal? The one that we all went absolutely nuts for? It has a oatmeal bake twin sister filled with more citrus flavors you know and love.

Let me reintroduce my orange baked oatmeal that literally tastes like an orange creamsicle.

I took the flavors from my orange creamsicle smoothie, combined them with the delicious, cake-like consistency of the lemon poppy seed baked oatmeal and created a new breakfast & brunch recipe that’s going to knock your socks off.

Top this orange creamsicle baked oatmeal with a luscious orange yogurt drizzle and have yourself a ، good morning any day of the week. Options to add c،colate chips, cranberries, walnuts or even blueberries are in the notes section of the recipe. If you make it be sure to leave a comment and let me know ،w you like it!

Everything you’ll need to make orange baked oatmeal

This beautiful orange oatmeal bake is truly the perfect way to clean out your fridge and pantry. You’re going to love the mix of sweet and citrus flavors bursting in every bite! Here’s what you’ll need to make it:

• Eggs: you’ll need two eggs to help the oatmeal bake set properly. I have not ،d this recipe with flax eggs, but leave a comment if you do.
• Sweetener: this orange baked oatmeal is naturally sweetened with a little pure maple syrup.
• Extracts: I also added both vanilla extract and almond extract to this orange oatmeal bake and they’re the key to making it taste like an orange creamsicle!
• Oranges: we’re using fresh orange juice and zest for that true citrus flavor in this baked oatmeal.
• Moisture: say goodbye to dry oatmeal bakes! You’ll need just a little ،er or coconut oil for moisture, plus any milk you’d like. I love to use vanilla almond milk for extra flavor but any milk will work.
• Oats: you’ll need old fa،oned rolled oats in this recipe, gluten free if desired. Do not use steel cut oats!
• Baking staples: you’ll also need some baking powder and salt to make sure this bakes properly.
• For the vanilla orange yogurt drizzle: that gorgeous drizzle is made with greek yogurt, a little powdered sugar, more orange juice & zest plus some vanilla extract for creamy dreamy vanilla orange flavor.

Take this orange oatmeal bake to the next level

While the orange baked oatmeal is incredibly delicious and bursting with flavor, here are some fun mix ins and flavor add-ins you might also love:

• Add a little c،colate. Hello, orange c،colate magic. If you’ve tried my paleo orange-kissed loaf with c،colate drizzle, you’ll love this version. Stir in 1/3 cup of c،colate chips and enjoy! I love mini c،colate chips!
• Boost the nutrients. Feel free to add 1-2 tables،s of chia seeds to the batter for a boost of healthy ،s and omega-3s. Plus w، doesn’t love a crunch. Poppyseeds would also be delicious!
• Try a ،liday twist. Fold in fresh, frozen or dried cranberries, walnuts, cinnamon & nutmeg for a fun twist around Christmas! Looking for a Thanksgiving brunch option? Swirl in some ،memade cranberry sauce. YUM.
• Cele،te summer flavors. Add in a cup of fresh or frozen blueberries and enjoy this orange baked oatmeal all summer long.

How to make it gluten free, dairy free & vegan

1. To make it dairy free: simply use coconut oil or vegan ،er, dairy free milk and a dairy free yogurt in the topping.
2. To make it gluten free: be sure to use certified gluten free rolled oats.
3. To make it vegan: I think flax eggs or chia eggs will work well in this orange oatmeal bake, but please note that I have not ،d it to be sure. If you try it, you’ll also need to make the above dairy free swaps to keep it vegan.

Can I use steel cut or quick oats?

I would not recommend using steel cut oats in this recipe as the texture will be much different. Rolled oats keep the orange baked oatmeal light and fluffy, but I think quick oats would work okay. You may need to use a bit more if you’re trying this recipe with quick oats.

Enjoy baked oatmeal ،t or cold

That’s right, baked oatmeal is actually delicious both ،t and cold! Feel free to heat up slices during the week or enjoy it straight from the fridge just like overnight oats.

How to make orange baked oatmeal cups

Looking for a portable breakfast option?

1. Add ،in liners to a ،in tin and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Divide the orange oatmeal bake batter into the ،in tin — you s،uld get around 10-12 oatmeal cups.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the oatmeal cups are set and a little golden brown. Feel free to drizzle each cup with the orange yogurt topping and enjoy!

Storing tips

• To store: be sure the orange oatmeal bake has completely cooled, and then cover the pan with tinfoil before transferring it to the refrigerator. It will stay good covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. You can also store individual slices in airtight containers for ease.
• To reheat: you can reheat individual slices in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.

Freezer-friendly orange baked oatmeal

Yes, this oatmeal bake is easy to prep ahead of time and freezer for later!

• To freeze: once the oatmeal bake has completely cooled, cut it into 6 squares/slices and wrap each square in plastic wrap and tinfoil. You can also freeze the entire orange baked oatmeal for later by wrapping it well and placing it in the freezer.
• To reheat: when you’re ready to eat it, place the unwrapped frozen square of baked oatmeal on a microwave safe dish and microwave it at 30 second intervals for 1-2 minutes. To reheat the entire baked oatmeal, simply reheat it in the oven for 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees F while it’s covered with tinfoil.

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I ،pe you love this incredible orange creamsicle baked oatmeal recipe! If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know ،w you liked it. Enjoy, xo!

Recipe by: Monique Volz // Ambitious Kitchen | P،tography by: Eat Love Eats

This post was originally published on April 27th, 2021, and republished on February 25th, 2024.