Vegan Tropical Oatmeal Bake (Printable)

Warm and hearty tropical oatmeal with pineapple and coconut for a nourishing morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
03 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk or plant-based milk alternative
08 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
09 - 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or neutral oil
10 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Fruit

11 - 1 1/2 cups diced fresh pineapple, or canned and drained
12 - 1 ripe banana, sliced
13 - 1/3 cup chopped dried mango, optional

→ Topping

14 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
15 - 1 to 2 tablespoons raw sugar or coconut sugar, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish with coconut oil or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, shredded coconut, nuts if using, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Gently fold in diced pineapple, sliced banana, and dried mango if using, distributing evenly throughout batter.
06 - Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
07 - Sprinkle coconut flakes and raw sugar across the top surface if desired.
08 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set when tested with a toothpick.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a make-ahead breakfast that reheats beautifully throughout the week
  • Perfect balance of natural sweetness without refined sugar
  • Customizable with your favorite tropical fruits and nuts
  • Packed with fiber and plant-based goodness to start your day right
  • The coconut adds both flavor and a wonderful textural contrast
02 -
  • Toast the coconut and nuts before adding to intensify their flavors
  • For meal prep, bake on Sunday and enjoy throughout the week
  • Cut into squares when completely cool for cleaner portions
  • If the top is browning too quickly during baking, cover loosely with foil
  • For special occasions, flame some dark rum and pour over individual servings (adults only!)
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