Easy Banana Blueberry Baked Oats Recipe
This banana blueberry baked oats recipe is made with wholesome ingredients and a soft, cake-like texture. This easy baked oatmeal freezes well and works for make-ahead breakfasts or satisfying snacks.
I’ll admit, baked oatmeal wasn’t on my radar as a favorite recipe option — until this banana blueberry baked oats recipe changed my mind. With a soft, cake-like texture and simple, wholesome ingredients, this is the kind of recipe that works just as well for an easy breakfast as it does for a filling afternoon snack. It bakes up in a generous pan, freezes beautifully, and can be customized to suit different tastes, making it a practical option for busy mornings or make-ahead meals you’ll actually enjoy.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to have to make this recipe. The exact amounts are listed in the recipe card.
- Ripe bananas – Naturally sweeten the baked oats and help create a moist, cake-like texture
- Blueberries – Fresh or frozen both work well
- Old-fashioned oats or steel-cut oats – For structure and texture (avoid quick or instant oats)
- Pecans or other nuts – Optional, for added crunch and flavor
- Brown sugar – Adds warmth and a touch of sweetness
- Baking powder – Helps the oats bake up light and tender
- Cinnamon – Adds cozy flavor
- Salt – Balances the sweetness
- Milk – Any milk you prefer
- Eggs – Help bind the mixture and add richness
- Liquid coconut oil – Melted and slightly cooled before mixing
- Vanilla extract – Rounds out the flavor
Easy Banana Blueberry Baked Oats Recipe
This healthy and filling banana blueberry baked oats recipe is a perfect make ahead breakfast meal or snack. With protein rich whole oats and antioxident packed blueberries, it’s a great way to start the day!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas sliced into 1/2 inch slices
- 3 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen - divided
- 4 1/2 cup old fashioned oats or steel-cut oats (not quick oats or instant oatmeal)
- 1 cup pecans or any other nut that you’d like – toasted and chopped, divided
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 5 Tablespoons liquid coconut oil (or coconut oil melted and slightly cooled)
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Generously grease or use non stick cooking spray on the inside of a 10 x 15 inch casserole dish. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Slice the bananas and lay them on the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle over 2 cups of the berries.
- In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients (oats, half of the nuts, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.) In another large bowl, mix together all the wet ingredients (the milk, eggs, coconut oil, and vanilla).
- Sprinkle the oat mixture in an even layer on top of the bananas and berries in the casserole dish. Slowly pour over the wet ingredients. Shake the pan slightly to ensure the milk soaks through all the oats.
- Scatter the remaining 1 cup of berries and the rest of the chopped nuts on the top.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 35-45 minutes, or until it is starting to turn golden brown and the oatmeal is all set in the center.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 213Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 138mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 4gSugar: 10gProtein: 6g
Substitutions
- Almond milk can be substuted for regular milk.
- Fresh blueberries for frozen blueberries can be used for this recipe. Both yeild excellent results. If using frozen berries, you may need to factor in a longer time to bake.
- Any type of berries can be used instead of blueberries.
Variations
Chopped walnuts or almonds could be used in place of the pecans.
A sprinkle of 1/2 cup lightly toasted coconut is a nice addition to the top of the baked oats before you put it in the oven.
Chocolate lovers may want to add in some chocolate chips for a sweeter, dessert flavor. And some people like to eat their with a little peanut butter spread on the top!
Ways to serve baked oats
- We find this recipe is best served warm. It can be served on plates, but we prefer it in bowls or individual ramekins.
- Based on personal preference, you may want to drizzle some milk over it with maple syrup, or eat it as is. Some people even enjoy it with a little real whipped cream.
How to freeze banana blueberry oats
Cut into slices and place on a parchment lined baking sheet, ensuring the pieces are not touching. Freeze until each piece is solid. Remove from the pan and place in a ziploc freezer bag or container with an airtight lid. Then when you want to have a piece, just removed one, thaw, heat, and eat! (We thaw and heat ours in the microwave.)
Storage
Baked oats can be stored in the refrigerator with plastic wrap covering the pan or in an airtight container.
If you would like to store it for longer than just a few days, it freezes really well.
Equipment
This simple recipe didn’t require any fancy equipment at all – just basic baking supplies.
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More Recipes using Oatmeal:
- Classic no bake cookies
- One of the best homemade meatloaf recipes I’ve ever tried!
- Hamburger steaks in the oven
- Chocolate Chip Oatmeal homemade cookie recipe
More Breakfast Recipes:
- 30 + Breakfast Recipe Ideas
- Meal Prep Yogurt Bowls
- Homemade Pancake Syrup (When I was growing up, we had cornbread or Mom’s old fashioned baking powder biscuit recipe with homemade syrup for breakfast!)
More Banana Recipes:
- Banana bread with cream cheese icing is a delicious way to use up ripe bananas..
- Old fashioned banana cream pie with cooked pudding came from my Mom’s favorite vintage cookbook.
- Banana bread chocolate chip cookies are an alternative to your favorite banana bread, and are perfect snack size.
- Pumpkin banana muffins are a favorite recipe for Fall and Winter – a warm and cozy treat.
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