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This blueberry baked oatmeal is a healthy breakfast that is perfect for meal prepping for the week ahead!
Last year, we ran an overnight oats series and got an amazing response! So, we wanted to bring you more ways to mix up your morning oats. This time, we’re bringing you blueberry baked oatmeal. This oatmeal bake is great for colder months when you’d prefer a warm breakfast. It tastes like a cross between a granola bar and the traditional oatmeal you’d make on your stovetop. Inside, the consistency is creamy and chewy, while the top and edges are crisp and buttery. It is bursting with bright blueberry flavor, cinnamon, and vanilla. This baked oatmeal can be quickly whipped up in one bowl for the week ahead, and once it is done baking you can cut it into squares and pack it into individual containers for a grab-and-go breakfast.
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this baked oatmeal:
- Oats – We recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe as they cook up the best. Steel-cut oats won’t cook fast enough. While oats are naturally gluten-free, they are often grown alongside wheat and easily cross-contaminated. So, if you have Celiac Disease or are super gluten-sensitive, look for certified gluten-free oats like these from Bob’s Red Mill.
- Eggs – The eggs in this recipe help bind the oats together to make it a casserole. We haven’t tried any egg replacers, but if you do, let us know in the comments!
- Milk – You can use whatever milk you prefer here! Whole milk, almond milk, cashew milk, and oat milk will all work.
- Maple Syrup – We chose to use pure maple syrup as our sweetener here because it goes perfectly with oats!
- Cinnamon & Vanilla – Cinnamon and vanilla are two other spices that pair perfectly with oats and lend a nostalgic taste to this dish.
- Baking Soda – The baking soda helps the oat bake rise just a little so it’s not too dense.
- Chopped Pecans – The chopped pecans add a bit of crunch and a delicious toasted flavor. However, you can easily leave them out or substitute them for whatever nut you prefer!
- Blueberries – The blueberries add a bright burst of berry flavor to each bite.
- Butter – The butter poured over the top gives it a delicious crisp. If you can’t have dairy, feel free to use your favorite vegan butter substitute or coconut oil.
How to Make Baked Oatmeal
Making baked oatmeal is so simple! All you need is one bowl for mixing it up, and a dish to bake it in. First, you’ll whisk up all of the wet ingredients (milk, eggs, syrup, and vanilla) until well combined, then you’ll stir in the baking soda, cinnamon, oats, and pecans, and finally, the blueberries. Once everything is mixed together, you’ll pour it into a well-greased baking dish, and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until browned.
Can this be made egg-free?
It can! In order to do this, you’ll need ground chia seeds and oat flour. Simply combine 2 tablespoons of ground chia seeds + 6 tablespoons of water and let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes. Then, combine the ‘chia egg’ with the rest of the wet ingredients (milk, syrup, and vanilla), stir in the dry ingredients (with the addition of 1/2 cup of oat flour), and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until browned!
How long will this keep for?
This blueberry baked oatmeal will keep for about 5 days in the refrigerator. If you’d like, you can scoop out individual portions into smaller containers for a quick grab-and-go breakfast. To reheat, simply microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, or place in an oven-safe container in a preheated 350°F oven and heat for 7 to 9 minutes, until warmed through.
You can also freeze it for up to 5 months! To reheat, just microwave from 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, or bake for 15-20 minutes in a preheated 350 F oven.
Toppings for Baked Oatmeal
While baked oatmeal is great on its own, you can make it even tastier by adding toppings! Here are a few of our favorites:
- Yogurt – We love using full-fat, plain Greek yogurt here as a way to add some extra protein and keep you full for longer. If you’re dairy-free, just sub your favorite yogurt instead!
- Fresh Fruit – While there are already blueberries inside, a little bit of fresh fruit on top is great, too. Our favorites are berries, pomegranate seeds, and bananas.
- Honey – A drizzle of honey, especially if you’re using plain yogurt, makes for a deliciously sweet finish.
- Whipped Coconut Cream – This is a great yogurt alternative, especially if it isn’t easy to find dairy-free yogurt in your area! You can find our whipped coconut cream here.
- Nut Butter – A drizzle of nut butter is not only a tasty topping, it also adds satiating fats and protein to the dish.
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Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1¾ cups milk of choice cow’s milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk will work
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 2 cups rolled oats these are our favorite for gluten-free
- ¾ cup raw chopped pecans
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 2.75-quart baking dish or skillet with butter, or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup until fully combined.
- Add the baking soda, cinnamon, salt, oats, and pecans, and whisk to combine. Then, stir in the blueberries.
- Spread the oat mixture into the bottom of the baking dish, then pour the melted butter over top.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until browned. Let cool slightly, then scoop out individual portions and serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Kateryna S Yenina says
Can you use different berries? Do you recommend raspberries or strawberries?
Amber Goulden says
Raspberries or strawberries would both work great!
Ronda says
So I love every receipe I’ve tried from y’all, cause they are always amazing. But I followed this one using almond milk and chopped apples intead of berries. And it’s like bland and just tastes like eggs…. Would definitely not make again.
Amber Goulden says
So sorry to hear that Ronda! We haven’t had that result from this recipe so unfortunately, I can’t say what went wrong but I am thinking that the blueberries provide more flavor and juice than apples would.
Allison C. says
Could you use different nuts/omit them all together? Not a pecan fan.
Brandi Schilhab says
Of course! Use whatever nuts you like best, or feel free to omit!
Michelle O. says
So easy to make and so delicious! I’m making it this morning and will be trying it with strawberries and bananas.
Brandi Schilhab says
Yum! Let us know how it is with that fruit swap!
Annie says
This was super easy to throw together, and tastes delicious! I can vouch that it works really well with oat milk, and I subbed chia seeds for the pecans because I have a tree nut allergy in my household. Great recipe, as always!
Brandi Schilhab says
Great swap!!! We’re glad you enjoyed it!
Elena says
I just made this recipe! I like the taste and it isn’t sugary sweet. Blueberries and pecans are perfect. I used a glass baking dish which was 3 qts so not having a 2.75 wasn’t a big deal. Thanks for a great recipe that will serve for a few breakfasts for the week.
Brandi Schilhab says
So glad you liked it, Elena!
STEPHANIE GARNER says
Have you tried this with other fruit?
Amber Goulden says
Any fruit should work fine! Berries are an easy swap and apples, pears, and bananas should work as well.
Bethany says
I made this last night and it was so yummy! I left out the nuts because I’m not a big fan and just added a little extra oats. Tomorrow I think I’ll add a drizzle of syrup on top!
Brandi Schilhab says
So glad you loved it, Bethany! A drizzle of syrup on top will be super tasty!
Michelle O. says
So easy and so delicious. We used strawberries and bananas the last time we made it and it was fantastic.
Brandi Schilhab says
Yum!! We’re glad you enjoyed it!!
Amber says
I agree with another comment that this just taste like eggs. It sounded so delicious but I’m very disappointed. I followed the recipe exactly and it’s not very good. I also don’t see how you could cut this into squares. It’s very moist. I’m going to eat it because it used a lot of expensive ingredients.
Brandi Schilhab says
Oh no! We’re so sorry you had this experience, Amber. What kind of milk did you use? We’re wondering if this is part of the issue. As far as the texture of your bake goes, it may need a few more minutes in the oven. Also, do note that it is more of a “scoopable” oat bake rather than a firmer, granola bar bake.
Caroline says
Hi there!
Great recipe. I used sugar free syrup and the Costco berry blend and it was splendid! I usually hate sugar free things (new type I diabetic here) and the taste of them, but it did not at all impact this recipe’s great taste.
I too, however, have also had difficulty losing my appetite because of how eggy it tasted. Have made it twice, once with two eggs and the second time with one egg. Both times it was too eggy so open to suggestions on a good replacement!!
Brandi Schilhab says
Oh no! We’re sorry about that, Caroline. We’re working on testing the best egg replacements for this recipe, but don’t have a great recommendation yet. If you try an egg replacer, let us know how it turns out!
Amanda says
If using frozen berries, do you thaw them first or toss them in frozen?
Thank you 🙂
Brandi Schilhab says
They can go in frozen! Enjoy!!
Kim says
I have made this recipe at least six times so far. I love it!! I swapped honey for the maple syrup and never include the nuts. I have also used fresh and frozen blueberries. I make it on Sundays so I have a quick and delicious breakfast option in the mornings. Once I reheat it, I top it with a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey. Honestly, one of my favorite dishes ever!!
Brandi Schilhab says
SO great to hear, Kim! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!
JG says
This is really great — I almost didn’t make it b/c of the comments on it tasting like eggs. I was imagining something awful, but it’s actually much like eggy french toast, which I adore. I bet if you like that, you’ll enjoy this dish.
Brandi Schilhab says
So glad you loved this! I love it too!! Thanks for sharing this with us!
Hannah Johnson says
Just made this! Not too egg-y at all! So delicious and toddler approved!
Brandi Schilhab says
Wahoo! So glad you loved it, Hannah!
Virginia says
Do you think I can add collagen to this? This looks soooo good. Thanks!
Brandi Schilhab says
I don’t see why not!! Enjoy!!
Kayt says
Not sure what I did wrong but mine was super liquidy. It didn’t spread into the baking dish. It poured. Any thoughts?
Brandi Schilhab says
Did it come out of the oven really liquidy also? The finished product is definitely more scoopable than sliceable like some oatmeal bakes!
Susan says
Came by to say we tried it with quick cook steel cut oats (Bob’s Red Mill specifically) and it turned out fine! At first it seemed very watery, but cooked up after 35 min. We look forward to changing up the fruits and nuts as well.
Brandi Schilhab says
Thank you for letting us know, Susan! Glad you enjoyed it!
Kiki says
LOVE Bob’s Red Mill. Very thankful their headquarters are here, so I can get them any time <3 Can't wait to try this!
Brandi Schilhab says
Wahoo! We hope you love it!
Lindsey says
It’s so delicious! I served it with honey/cinnamon Greek yogurt! I wish it had come out with a bit more crunch, but maybe I didn’t bake it long enough. It’s still really good! Thank for a great (and easy) recipe!
Brandi Schilhab says
I’m so glad you loved it Lindsey! It is definitely more of a soft bake, but keeping it in the oven for a bit longer may have created a nice, crunchy crust!
Steph says
This was the best baked oatmeal I’ve ever made! I almost didn’t try it because of the reviews, but I didn’t find it eggy at all. It was just the right amount of sweetness and the perfect consistency. I’d also never tried baked oatmeal with greek yogurt, but, omg… SO GOOD. Thanks for this recipe. I will be making it regularly.
Brandi Schilhab says
Wahooo! We’re so glad to hear that, Steph. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us!