Description
This Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and delicious breakfast dish that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with sweet, juicy blueberries. Baked to perfection in the oven, it offers a warm, comforting texture perfect for starting your day or as a healthy snack. Made with rolled oats, chia seeds, and plant-based milk, it’s a nutritious and naturally sweetened option that caters to both vegan and gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
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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 the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, chia seeds, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly blended for the base mixture.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour almond milk, pure maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the dry mix. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fold in blueberries: Gently incorporate the fresh or frozen blueberries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly dispersed without crushing them.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the prepared oatmeal mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the oatmeal is fully set.
- Cool and serve: Remove from oven and let it cool slightly to set further. Serve warm, optionally topped with extra blueberries or a drizzle of maple syrup for added sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk like oat or soy milk.
- Frozen blueberries work just as well as fresh; no need to thaw before adding.
- For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- This dish is naturally gluten-free when using certified gluten-free oats.
