This nutritious Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is the perfect balanced breakfast to kick-start your day! It also makes a great meal prep breakfast option to save you time on busy mornings. Packed with filling fiber, protein to sustain you and most importantly a TON of flavor, this is satisfaction at it’s finest. Vegan modifications provided!
Does it ever feel like no matter what time you wake up, time is always short in the morning?! I swear time works differently in the early hours of the day. Haha. Having a delicious, healthy make ahead breakfast like this blueberry baked oatmeal ready to go is a game changer!
Not only does it ensure everyone is fed and set up for the day, but the flavors in this one are crave-worthy! It’s like muffin meets cake with all the benefits of a nourishing bowl of oatmeal (as a dietitian, I love a good everyday superfood and oats are definitely one of them!)
So if you’re looking to save a bit of time and stress on busy mornings, this recipe is for you! Having healthy meal prep recipe ideas helps make mornings much easier and more calm. For more Healthy Meal Prep Recipe ideas click here!
If you’re looking to completely transform your meal prep game, check out The 3-2-1 Method 4 Week Meal Plans!
What Ingredients Do You Need for Baked Oatmeal?
- Bananas
- Eggs
- Butter
- Milk of choice
- Maple syrup
- Quick oats
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Blueberries
Can You Make Baked Oatmeal without Eggs or Completely Vegan?
Yes! Absolutely. Here’s how:
- Eggs: swap for a flax or chia egg
- Butter: swap for coconut oil
- Milk: use your favorite plant based milk
Other Recipe Ingredient Substitutions You Can Make
In addition to the swaps mentioned above to make the recipe vegan, here are some other ingredient swaps you can make to work with what you’ve got on hand or to suit your specific taste or dietary preferences!
- Blueberries: swap for equal amount of any fruit of choice. Apples, pears, raspberries, blackberries, or peach would all taste delish in here!
- Maple Syrup: can be subbed for honey
- Banana: can be subbed for apple sauce or pumpkin puree
Is Oatmeal Healthy?
Oatmeal, made from a base ingredient of oats is one of my favorite nourishing breakfast options!
Oats are whole grains and provide important nutrients like vitamin E, B vitamins, manganese, iron and more!
On top of that oats are a great source of soluble fiber which can help
- Balance blood sugars
- Reduce cholesterol levels
- Regulate hunger cues and cravings
Oatmeal Nutrition
Soluble Fiber
- Can help balance blood glucose levels by slowing the absorption of sugar.
- Provides volume and takes longer to digest which in turn can help you feel full for longer after eating.
B Vitamins
- Helps convert the food we eat into energy.
- Helps the body create new blood cells.
Manganese
- Helps form bones and connective tissue.
- Plays a role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism.
Iron
- An important component of haemoglobin, a substance in our red blood cells that helps transport oxygen through the body.
- Helps the body convert blood sugar into energy.
Overnight Oatmeal Vs. Baked Oatmeal
While both of these are awesome make ahead options, overnight oatmeal and baked oatmeal are different. Overnight oatmeal is generally eaten cold and involves soaking the oats overnight in your milk of choice.
You can see exactly how it’s done with these Overnight Oats 3 Ways
Baked Oatmeal includes a few more ingredients (like eggs to help bind and baking powder to help it rise) and is…well, baked. Haha.
Both options provide the amazing nutritional benefits of oats while saving you time and stress in the morning!
More Prep Ahead Breakfast Recipes
- Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups
- Healthy Meal Prep Breakfast Wraps
- Cheesy Greens Muffin Tin Fritattas
- One Bowl Breakfast Power Cookies
If you make this Blueberry Baked Oatmeal, be sure to tag me on Instagram @lindsaypleskot so I can see your versions! It makes me so happy to see these recipes come to life in your kitchens! And if you enjoy the recipe, it would make my day if you would leave a comment and/or star rating below— I love hearing your feedback! xo
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Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 pieces 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This nutritious Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is the perfect balanced breakfast option to kick-start your day! Packed with energizing ingredients like oats, blueberries, bananas and cinnamon, it also provides fiber and protein for some super satisfying fuel to start the day! Vegan substitutions provided.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed (approx 1/3 cup)
- 2 eggs, or flax or chia egg
- 1/4 cup butter or coconut oil, melted
- 1 + 1/2 cups milk of choice
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 4 cups quick oats
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 + 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
- Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, regular yogurt, coconut yogurt, fresh fruit, nuts or seeds like crushed almonds, pecans, or pumpkin seeds.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line an 11 x 11 baking dish with parchment paper. Alternatively, grease it with butter or coconut oil.
- Combine the wet ingredients in a large bowl (mashed banana, eggs, butter, milk, maple syrup)
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (quick oats, cinnamon, salt, baking powder)
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and gently mix to combine with a fork. Fold in the blueberries.
- Pour oatmeal batter into prepared baking dish and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes. To check if your baked oatmeal is ready, poke the center with a cake tester or toothpick. If it comes out clean it’s done!
- Remove from oven and cool for 15 minutes before cutting/serving/storing. Keep leftovers stored in a reusable storage bag or airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
- Suggest serving with Greek yogurt, dairy-free yogurt or coconut whip!
- To make it vegan:
- Eggs: swap for a flax or chia egg
- Butter: swap for coconut oil
- Milk: use your favorite plant based milk
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 30 Minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: North American
Keywords: meal prep recipe, prep ahead recipe, baked oatmeal, healthy breakfast
Keshia says
I made this and so was excited but it tasted salty. Is the salt measurement accurate?! I am going to make again with less salt:)
Lindsay says
Hi Keshia! Yes, the measurement is correct, but that’s a good note as everyone has different tastes for salt! Thank you for the feedback! I’m goign to keep this in mind when I make it next. I’d love to hear how it goes when you modify it for next time!
Kimberly says
I just made this for breakfast this morning. It is sooo good and easy to put together. I actually didn’t have bananas so I used applesauce and I used mixed berries instead of blueberries. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks for another great recipe.
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Lindsay says
So happy to hear Kimberly! And you are so welcome! I’m just so happy to see if being enjoyed! What a great idea to sub the apple sauce! I’m sure this will be helpful for other readers!
Jess says
Made this today using fresh strawberries and raspberries- it turned out amazing! So easy to make and so delicious! Thank you Lindsay
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Lindsay says
Ooh I love the sounds of that! So nice to know with berry season coming up! So happy you enjoyed Jess, thanks for sharing!
Lorraine says
Made this recipe in less than 10 mins abs bakes it while I did my morning routine. Made the vegan option and it was so delicious, nutritious and comforting. Highly recommend! I will be serving this for Easter Brunch for sure
Lindsay says
Oh I love that this will have a spot at the Easter brunch table! I’m so happy it hit all the spots for you Lorraine! Enjoy!
Ashley G says
I made this and my 1 year old loves it! I have never been able to get her to eat oatmeal before. Def recommend to other mamas out there looking for a super convenient breakfast. I love that my little one can pick up + feed herself it and way less messy than traditional oatmeal. I added lemon zest and hemp hearts for an extra punch!
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Lindsay says
Yes! baked oatmeal and oatmeal pancakes were a BLW staple for Wylder when he was younger ( he also still devours this now. hah) but so happy to know it was an oatmeal win for you and her! haha I am def going to try the lemon and hemp add ins. Thanks for sharing Ashley!
Lindsay says
I am so happy to hear this Ingrid! And thank you for sharing about the substitutions you made! I know this will be helpful for other readers! Were the gf oats large flake oats? I know there were others wondering about how the substitution of whole flake over quick oats would work. I am so happy to know this will be a repeat for you! Enjoy!
Ingrid says
Lindsay, I used the Bob Mills Old Fashioned GF Oats.
Ingrid
Lindsay says
Ok good to know! Thank you Ingrid!
Nadia Paseli says
Healthy, delicious, super quick !!!!
New family favourite!
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Lindsay says
Awesome! So happy to hear Nadia! and Yay to easy recipes for the whole fam!
Nadia says
Healthy, delicious, super quick!
A new family favourite!!!
★★★★
Lindsay says
Awesome! So happy to hear Nadia! and Yay to easy recipes for the whole fam!
Michelle says
Looking forward to trying this recipe, wondering about using large flake oats vs quick oats?
Lindsay says
Hi Michelle! I haven’t tried it myself but a few others have with success! I hope you enjoy and would love to hear how it goes for you!
Michelle says
Used whole flake oats and a little (1/4c?) of quinoa flakes and it turned out great, I just will use less salt next time. I also added coconut!
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Lindsay says
Oooh so good to know about those modifications! I am a huge coconut fan so I will have to try it with coconut added in! Thanks Michelle! So happy you enjoyed!
Ingrid says
I made this recipe and found it perfect for breakfast. It was not to sweet and just love how easy it was to put together. I will definitely make this again and again. I made it with egg, coconut oil and almond milk and old fashioned gf oats.
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Lindsay says
I am so happy to hear this Ingrid! And thank you for sharing about the substitutions you made! I know this will be helpful for other readers! Were the gf oats large flake oats? I know there were others wondering about how the substitution of whole flake over quick oats would work. I am so happy to know this will be a repeat for you! Enjoy!
Amber says
This is so delicious and easy to make! The whole family loved it! Thanks Lindsay!
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Lindsay says
You’re so welcome Amber! Glad you found it nice and easy to whip together. That makes me so happy to know it’s being enjoyed by you and your family!
Heather Maciver says
Another total winner by Lindsay! Devoured by my toddler!
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Lindsay says
Yes! Mom win. My toddler is obsessed with this one too. So happy you and your family are enjoying it. Thank you for the feedback Heather!
Nicole says
This was delicious and so easy to make! It will for sure be added to our rotation for breakfast options. Thanks Lindsay for a great recipe!
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Lindsay says
You are so welcome Nicole! I’m so happy it has earned a spot in the regular rotation! Thank you for sharing your experience with it 🙂 Made my day!