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Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Recipe

4.8 from 106 reviews

This Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a warm and wholesome breakfast option combining rolled oats, fresh or frozen blueberries, and gentle sweetness from maple syrup. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a tender yet structured texture, making it a comforting and nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure the oatmeal bakes evenly and the center sets at the same pace as the edges.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly blended and loose without clumps.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and lightly frothy, ensuring the cinnamon is well incorporated.
  4. Bring wet and dry together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined to maintain a tender texture. The mixture should be thick but still pourable. Avoid overmixing; stop stirring once no dry oats remain visible.
  5. Fold in the blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries to keep them whole and minimize color bleeding throughout the batter.
  6. Bake until set: Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center feels set when lightly pressed. A warm oat aroma will indicate it’s ready.
  7. Let it rest: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before slicing and serving to let the texture firm up and hold its shape better.

Notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen blueberries depending on availability. If using frozen, no need to thaw before adding.
  • Maple syrup can be substituted with honey for a different but equally natural sweetness.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond milk, oat milk, or any plant-based milk.
  • Gently folding the blueberries in preserves their shape and prevents the batter from turning a uniform purple color.
  • Letting the oatmeal cool slightly helps it slice more cleanly.

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