We’re only on day two of Austin’s ‘shelter in place’ orders and it already seems like we’ve been stuck inside for a couple of months already. Though, that’s probably because of the self-quarantine that most of us had already been on for the weeks leading up to the shelter in place. Somehow amidst all the chaos my family was able to get our hands on enough pantry staples and frozen foods to last for the duration.

With that in mind, I’m doing my best to stick to recipes that are not only delicious and nutritious, but also that are made with simple ingredients that most should have on hand or that are easy to swap for alternatives! This Skinny 'Oatmeal Cookie' Baked Amish Oatmeal is exactly that.

Amish oatmeal has been a family favorite for years and years. It’s simply made with oats, butter, eggs and milk. This time around I decided to give the oats a tasty twist by flavoring it up with raisins, nutmeg and a little ‘icing’ glaze on top so that it tastes just like an oatmeal cookie!

While this oatmeal does take some time all on it’s own in the fridge to soak up all the goodness and flavor, it is super crazy easy to make. Just mix everything up and toss it in a baking dish. Simple. The best part is though that it’s also really versatile. Don’t have almond milk? use whatever milk you have on hand. No old-fashioned oats? Use quick oats! No raisins? Try cranberries or other dried fruits and berries!

When I say that his oatmeal tastes just like an oatmeal cookie, I mean it. Even if you forego the icing drizzle, this oatmeal is perfectly sweet with a crisp edge and a soft crumbly middle.

I served mine with a touch more unsweetened almost milk and nothing else. Delish.

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Nutritional Claims: Kidney Friendly • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free • Wheat Free • Peanut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free •Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • Kosher