Description
This Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and delicious breakfast option that’s bursting with fresh citrus and sweet berries. Made with rolled oats, chia seeds, and a blend of natural sweeteners like maple syrup and applesauce, it’s a nutritious dish that combines the tangy brightness of lemon zest and juice with juicy blueberries. Baked to golden perfection, this oatmeal offers a comforting and satisfying start to your day while being dairy-free and naturally gluten-free.
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 and Prepare: 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. Stir these ingredients until they are thoroughly mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the almond milk, pure maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the dry mixture. Stir everything together until you achieve a smooth, well-combined batter.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh or frozen blueberries into the oatmeal mixture, making sure they are evenly distributed to ensure every bite has berry flavor.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared greased baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the oatmeal is fully set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. For extra flavor and presentation, optionally top with additional blueberries or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen blueberries—both work well in this recipe.
- Substitute plant-based milk with dairy milk if preferred.
- Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for about 5-10 minutes to better set before slicing.
- For added texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts on top before baking.
- This dish can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated for a quick breakfast.
