Are you tired of the same old breakfast routine? Get ready to try one of the most popular TikTok food trends – baked oats! This is a genius breakfast hack because you get all the health benefits of eating porridge, but it tastes like pudding! This breakfast will fuel your morning with the wholesome goodness of bananas, blueberries, oats, and chia seeds for that extra fiber and omega-3 boost. Plus, You can make it in advance and reheat it, making it perfect for meal prep. Some recipes are made by blending oats for a cake-like texture, but my recipe skips that step and keeps the oats whole.
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Why You’ll Love This Baked Oatmeal Recipe
- A breakfast that feels like dessert? Yes, please! These baked oats are a delightful twist on traditional porridge, offering a creamy and indulgent texture that will make you feel like you’re treating yourself to something special every morning.
- Chia seeds are the secret ingredient that boosts beautiful fiber to keep your digestive system happy and omega-3 fatty acids for overall wellness.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to the mix if you want to stay even more full and satisfied until lunchtime.
- Customizable – this recipe includes frozen blueberries, but you could swap these for another fruit like raspberries or even mango for a tropical twist! You can also add in other inclusions like coconut flakes, cacao nibs, chocolate chips… whatever you vibe with 🙂
Key Ingredients
Rolled Oats: A nutritious and filling ingredient that provides a good source of fiber, promoting healthy digestion and helping to keep you satisfied throughout the morning.
Ripe Banana: These naturally sweet fruits add a creamy texture and contribute essential nutrients such as potassium, which supports heart health and helps regulate blood pressure.
Chia Seeds: These tiny seeds are rich in fiber, promoting digestive health, and are a great source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart and brain health.
Tips and Tricks
- Opt for overripe bananas to maximize sweetness and flavor in your baked oats.
- Ensure that the oats you use are certified gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
- Make sure to do the toppings! Creamy coconut yogurt and fresh strawberries add a delightful contrast to the warm baked oats.
- Make sure to grease the baking tray so the oats don’t stick.
- If you want a filling breakfast, do include the scoop of protein powder 🙂
How To Make Baked Oats
Making these baked oats is super simple. A detailed recipe card is at the bottom of this post, but if you’d like a high-level step-by-step overview, read on.
Step 1: Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients.
Step 3: Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir to batter.
Step 4: Transfer to a baking dish or ramekins and bake!
Substitutions
What I love about this recipe is that it is so versatile you can’t go wrong! So, if you need to customize it for dietary preferences, ingredient availability, or your taste, you can easily do so. Here are a few substitution and customization ideas for your baked oats:
- Oats: While people commonly use rolled oats, you can experiment with other oats, such as quick oats or steel-cut oats. Keep in mind that the texture and baking time may vary.
- Bananas: If you’re not a fan of bananas or want to try something different, consider substituting them with unsweetened applesauce, mashed sweet potatoes, or pumpkin puree. These alternatives will still add natural sweetness and moisture to the baked oats.
- Coconut sugar: This could be substituted for a liquid sweetener like maple syrup or agave or omitted entirely if you prefer a less sweet breakfast.
- Blueberries: Feel free to swap frozen blueberries with other fixed or fresh berries such as strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries. You can even use diced apples or peaches for a delicious fruity twist.
- Protein Powder: If you prefer not to use protein powder, you can omit it altogether. If you’re not vegan, add one or two eggs to increase the protein content.
- Chia Seeds: If you don’t have chia seeds, substitute them with ground flaxseeds or hemp seeds for a similar nutritional boost.
- Extra additions: This would be delicious with other tasty inclusions like nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips. Think almonds, pepitas, sunflower seeds, walnuts, cacao nibs, nut butter (peanut butter or almond butter would be amazing!), or coconut flakes… use whatever combo sounds good to you or as a way to use up any random ingredients you have in your pantry!
FAQs
Absolutely! Baked oats are a nutritious choice for breakfast. They are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals from ingredients like rolled oats, fruit, and optional add-ins like chia seeds. They provide sustained energy, promote satiety, and contribute to a balanced diet.
Yes, baked oats can be enjoyed cold! They can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, making them a convenient option for busy mornings or as a grab-and-go snack. You can quickly reheat a warm serving in the microwave or oven if you prefer a generous serving.
Of course! You can enjoy baked oats not only as a wholesome breakfast but also as a satisfying snack. For extra convenience, you could portion them into smaller containers for a quick and nutritious snack option throughout the day.
While baked oatmeal contains carbohydrates, it is essential to note that the carbohydrates found in oats are complex carbs. These are digested slowly, providing a steady release of energy and helping to keep you full. Baked oats can be part of a balanced meal plan and offer a healthy source of carbohydrates for sustained energy.
Yes, definitely. Baked oats are highly customizable to fit different dietary preferences. For example, you can use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version, incorporate plant-based protein powder for added protein, or add nuts and seeds.
Leftover baked oats can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Microwave for a couple of minutes to reheat or thaw.
Yes, you can! Simply portion out the batter into separate ramekins instead of a baking tray. Reduce the bake time to 20-25 minutes as the smaller size means they will cook through faster. You can test if they are done by inserting a skewer or knife in the center; if the batter is too runny, pop them in for another few minutes.
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I hope you enjoy mixing up your morning routine with these baked oats! If you enjoyed this recipe, I’d be so grateful if you could give it a star rating below. Also, feel free to comment and let me know your thoughts or your unique twist! If you share a photo of your baked oats on Instagram, be sure to tag me @glowdiaries___ so I can repost to stories 🙂
Vegan Baked Oats
Equipment
- Large baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar or raw sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/3 cup protein powder optional
- 2/3 cup walnuts roughly chopped
- 2 cups plant based milk
- 2.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large overripe banana mashed
- 2 cups frozen blueberries
To serve
- coconut yoghurt
- fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190C / 375F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: rolled oats, cinnamon, coconut sugar, baking powder, salt, chia seeds, protein powder and walnuts.
- In a separate medium sized bowl or large jug, combine wet ingredients: milk, oil, vanilla extract and overripe banana.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry and stir to form a batter.
- Lightly grease a large baking tray and scatter half of the blueberries across the tray. Top with the oat mixture, then scatter the remaining blueberries across the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes until lightly golden.
- Serve with coconut yoghurt and fresh strawberries. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, this will reheat well in the microwave.
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Gemah says
Love a good baked oats recipe!
Umair says
My whole family adored this (hubby included!)
Hong Nguyen says
These look absolutely delicious and easy to make.