Baked Blueberry Oatmeal
This Baked Blueberry Oatmeal is a delightful start to your day! Wholesome oats baked with sweet blueberries and bananas make for a nutritious breakfast.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
For the Baked Oatmeal:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla paste or extract
- 2 ripe bananas cut into 1/2 inch slices
- 1.5 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
Stepwise Method:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures a perfectly baked oatmeal with a golden top.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla paste until well blended.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix!
- Gently fold in the banana slices and blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Pour the oatmeal mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm, topped with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Whisk
- Spatula
Notes
- For added sweetness, consider increasing the maple syrup to your taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze individual portions for a quick breakfast option later.