Brown Butter Strawberry Oatmeal Bake

Warm, buttery, and filled with sweet strawberries, this Brown Butter Strawberry Oatmeal Bake is the kind of recipe that makes your kitchen feel like home. The nutty richness of brown butter paired with soft baked oats and bursts of fresh berries creates the perfect balance of comfort and flavor.

It’s simple to mix together, bakes in one dish, and is perfect for slow mornings, meal prep, or serving a crowd.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Made in one dish (easy cleanup 🙌)
  • Brown butter adds rich, bakery-style flavor
  • Naturally sweet with fresh strawberries
  • Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or make-ahead meals
  • Cozy, nourishing, and family-friendly

🍓 Flavor Boost Ideas

  • Add a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top before baking for a slight crunch
  • Drizzle with maple syrup or honey before serving
  • Add lemon zest to brighten the flavor
  • Mix in white chocolate chips for a sweeter twist

 

🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days
  • Reheat in the microwave or oven
  • Add a splash of milk when reheating for extra moisture

 

🧺 Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm with fresh strawberries on top
  • Add a dollop of yogurt or whipped cream
  • Pair with coffee for the perfect slow morning

✨ From My Kitchen to Yours

This is one of those recipes that feels like a little reset. Simple, warm, and made to be shared. Whether it’s a quiet morning at home or a table full of people you love, this oatmeal bake is meant to bring everyone together.

Brown Butter Strawberry Oatmeal Bake

Courtney Moody

Servings

9

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Calories

290

Cuisine

American

This Brown Butter Strawberry Oatmeal Bake is a delightful combination of nutty brown butter, ripe bananas, and fresh strawberries, all baked together for a warm, comforting breakfast or snack. Perfectly sweetened with maple syrup and enriched with sourdough discard, this dish is not only delicious but also a great way to use up leftovers!
Brown Butter Strawberry Oatmeal Bake

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and browned

  • 3 cups rolled oats

  • 1 cup sourdough discard

  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

  • 1 cup diced strawberries

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Continue to cook the butter, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and becomes fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sourdough discard, mashed banana, vanilla extract, eggs, salt, baking powder, milk, and maple syrup. Stir well until combined and smooth.

  4. Pour the brown butter into the oat mixture, reserving a tablespoon for drizzling later. Mix until fully incorporated.

  5. Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Drizzle the reserved brown butter on top for an extra touch of flavor.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

  8. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing into 9 squares. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with extra maple syrup.
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Hi, I’m Courtney! 👋 Wild for Jesus, my husband and our 3 babies. We homeschool, hike and have learned to grow food in a tiny backyard. My goal is to help you find joy and be productive wherever you are and make sourdough a little less scary.