Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal (Print)
A wholesome breakfast bake with juicy blueberries, zesty lemon, and hearty oats for a satisfying morning meal.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
07 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Add-ins
13 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
→ Topping
14 - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, add rolled oats, nuts (if using), baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly to distribute the baking powder and spices evenly.
03 - In a separate medium bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until completely smooth and well blended.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Gently fold the blueberries into the batter, taking care not to crush them. If using frozen blueberries, add them directly from the freezer.
06 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the top with coconut sugar or brown sugar if using.
07 - Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The oatmeal should be set but still slightly moist.
08 - Let the baked oatmeal cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally topped with additional milk, yogurt, or fresh berries.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The way the tart lemon balances with sweet blueberries makes every bite feel like discovering something new
- It bakes up like a cozy dessert but keeps you full all morning with hearty oats
- You can assemble it the night before and just pop it in the oven when you wake up
02 -
- I learned the hard way that overmixing makes the texture tough, so stir just until combined
- Using frozen blueberries? Do not thaw them first or they will turn your oatmeal purple
03 -
- Use a microplane to get the most zest without any bitter white pith
- Let the eggs come to room temperature before whisking them in for better incorporation