Description
Delight in a warm and wholesome breakfast with these Blueberry Baked Oats. This easy-to-make recipe combines rolled oats, ripe bananas, and fresh blueberries into a comforting baked dish perfect for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish to ensure the oats do not stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, stirring well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the mashed banana, milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until everything is well combined creating a thick batter.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up too much.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the oat mixture into the greased baking dish. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the top for added crunch and flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oats have set firmly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oats to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm for a comforting breakfast treat. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup for sweetness depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Adding nuts on top is optional but adds a delightful texture contrast.
- Leftover baked oats can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before eating.
- Frozen blueberries can be used directly without thawing, just fold them in gently to prevent color bleeding.
