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Baked Cranberry and Pecan Oatmeal

Jami Nolen, Nutrition Program Associate

April 17, 2011

 

This is an easy and healthy oatmeal recipe that is perfect for breakfast or brunch.

 

Yield

Makes 5 servings

 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1½ cups fat-free milk
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons Smart Balance Light, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Cooking spray

 

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  2. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl.
  3. Combine the milk, applesauce, Smart Balance Light, and egg. Add milk mixture to oat mixture; stir well.
  4. Pour oat mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Serve warm.

 

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories: 281
Calories from fat: 24%
Fat: 7.6 g
Saturated fat: 2.8 g
Monounsaturated fat: 1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.9 g
Protein: 7 g
Carbohydrate: 48.8 g
Fiber: 3.4 g
Cholesterol: 47 mg
Iron: 0.8 mg
Sodium: 171 mg
Calcium: 148 mg

 

Funded in part by USDA SNAP.

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