This delicious oatmeal dessert strikes the perfect balance between health and indulgence, featuring succulent strawberries and a cheesy drizzle. It's perfect for brunch, a make-ahead breakfast for the busy week, or even a sweet treat.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking dish, approximately 9 inches by 13 inches, with cooking spray.
CHEESECAKE DRIZZLE
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In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, skim milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended. The mixture should be thin enough to pour. If it’s too thick, add more milk and mix well.
OATMEAL BASE
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and granulated sugar until the sugar has fully dissolved.
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To the egg mixture, add the skim milk, applesauce, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until all the ingredients are well combined.
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Fold in the oats, strawberries, and baking powder. Stir the ingredients until the oats are fully coated with the mixture.
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Transfer the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even spread.
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Pour the cheesecake drizzle over the oat mixture in a zig-zag motion. Rotate the baking dish 90 degrees and drag a butter knife in a zig-zag motion creating a swirl design with the cream cheese mixture.
BAKING
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the oatmeal bake to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.