Description
This Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and flavorful breakfast dish featuring rolled oats soaked in a zesty lemon-infused mixture with fresh blueberries. Baked until golden and set, it offers a comforting, nutritious start to your day with the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish and set it aside to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir all ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and begins to thicken slightly due to the chia seeds.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries into the oatmeal mixture to distribute them evenly without crushing.
- Transfer and Spread: Pour the mixed batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure a uniform bake.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is set in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy it warm, optionally topped with additional blueberries or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with other plant-based milks like oat or soy milk.
- For added crunch, sprinkle nuts or seeds on top before baking.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw to prevent the mixture from becoming too watery.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated before serving.
- To make it vegan, ensure the maple syrup and applesauce are certified vegan-friendly.
