Apple, Cranberry, and California Dates Oatmeal Bake
April 2, 2025

How to Make Apple, Cranberry, and California Dates Oatmeal Bake
This Apple, Cranberry, and Date Oat Bake is a hearty recipe perfect for any time of year. Made with old-fashioned oats, apples, and the natural sweetness of California Dates, this bake delivers a nutrient-rich dish that has no added sugar. This can be breakfast, a side dish, snack, or dessert. Plus, this oat bake is packed with fiber to keep you full and energized.
10 min prep time
35 min cook time
8servings
1 square
Step-By-Step Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease an 8×8 baking dish.
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In a large bowl, combine the oats, California Dates, chopped apples, cranberries, pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, flour, and salt until well incorporated.
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Whisk in the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and golden brown on top.
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Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into 8 equal squares.
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Refrigerate for up to five days for meal prep.

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Nutrition facts
8 Servings
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Serving Size
1 square
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Amount per serving
Calories
170
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
4.5g
6%-
Saturated Fat
1g
5% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
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Cholesterol
50mg
17% -
Sodium
160mg
7% -
Total Carbohydrate
28g
10%-
Dietary Fiber
4g
14% -
Total Sugars
17g
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Added Sugars
0g
0%
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
5g
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Potassium
259mg
6%