Blueberry & Raspberry Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients:

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup blueberries or raspberries, fresh or frozen, divided

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish. 
2. In a medium bowl, mix the oats, half of the walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine. In a liquid measuring cup, combine the syrup, milk, egg, butter, and vanilla.
3. Spread the sliced bananas in a single layer over the bottom of the baking dish. Top with half of the berries. Sprinkle the dry oat mixture over the fruit in an even layer. Pour the liquid ingredients evenly over the oats.
4. Sprinkle the remaining nuts and berries over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is browned and the oats have set. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
5. This recipe freezes very well. Put leftovers in individual freezer containers. When ready to reheat, place in the microwave for about 2 minutes.

Recipe from the kitchen of Liz Kyle. Thanks for the awesome Christmas present!