Description
This Blueberry Baked Oats recipe is a wholesome, comforting breakfast that combines creamy oats, ripe banana, warm chai spice, and juicy blueberries. Baked until golden and tender, it offers a delicious and nutritious start to your day, perfect for a quick yet indulgent meal.
Ingredients
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Oat Mixture
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon chai spice (or ground cinnamon)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Topping
- 1/3 cup frozen blueberries (or fresh blueberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to warm up while you prepare the oat mixture. This ensures even baking once the oats are ready.
- Blend the ingredients: In a high-speed blender, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, ripe banana, baking powder, chai spice, and maple syrup. Blend for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the oats have broken down into a smooth batter.
- Prepare ramekins: Divide the oat mixture evenly between two 10-ounce ramekins or small baking dishes. This portioning helps the oats bake through evenly and creates individual servings.
- Add blueberries: Sprinkle the frozen or fresh blueberries over the top of each ramekin, spreading them evenly to infuse each bite with juicy bursts of fruit during baking.
- Bake the oats: Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. The oats will set and develop a golden crust, creating a warm, hearty breakfast perfect for any morning.
Notes
- Using a ripe banana enhances natural sweetness and helps bind the mixture.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, such as dairy or soy milk.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the oats are certified gluten-free.
- Fresh blueberries can be used instead of frozen; just rinse and pat dry before topping.
- Adjust maple syrup according to your preferred sweetness level.
