Lemon & Blueberry Baked Oats
Start your day with these delicious and healthy Lemon & Blueberry Baked Oats. Packed with fresh lemon flavor, juicy blueberries, and protein, they make for a perfect breakfast treat that can be prepped in advance.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon
- 370 ml milk of choice
- 200 g oats
- 60 g vanilla plant protein powder optional
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 80 g fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and milk. Mix well until fully blended.
- Stir in the oats, vanilla plant protein powder, and baking powder until well mixed.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Pour the mixture into an oven-proof baking dish. Bake in the oven at 200°C (or 180°C fan) for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and set.
- Allow the baked oats to cool slightly before slicing. Serve with yogurt, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of peanut butter.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving or enjoy cold.
Vegan Option: Replace honey with maple syrup and use plant-based milk to make the recipe vegan.
Muffin Tins: You can also bake this recipe in muffin tins for individual portions. Adjust the baking time to 20-25 minutes.
Mix-ins: Feel free to add nuts, seeds, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips to customize the recipe.