Description
This Zucchini Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and delicious breakfast option featuring rolled oats, fresh blueberries, and grated zucchini. Baked to golden perfection with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it’s a nutritious dish that’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and perfect for meal prep or a comforting morning treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs, room temperature (can substitute flax eggs)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tablespoons oil (divided)
Produce
- 1 ½ cups blueberries (divided: 1 cup for batter, ½ cup for topping)
- 1 cup grated zucchini (do not squeeze out liquid)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 375℉ (190℃). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with ½ tablespoon of the oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, and salt. Stir to integrate all the spices and leavening agent evenly throughout the oats.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the dry mixture, add eggs, milk, vanilla extract, the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, and maple syrup or honey. Stir well to form a cohesive batter.
- Incorporate Fruit and Vegetable: Gently fold in 1 cup of blueberries and the grated zucchini, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of blueberries evenly over the top to add a fresh burst of flavor. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is set.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy warm, optionally topped with yogurt, a splash of milk, sliced bananas, extra berries, or whipped cream. Allow the baked oatmeal to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Do not squeeze the grated zucchini to retain moisture and prevent the oatmeal from becoming dry.
- Room temperature eggs help the batter mix more evenly and rise better.
- Use flax eggs as a vegan substitute (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water per egg).
- The baking dish size is important to ensure proper baking; an 8×8 inch dish is recommended.
- The oatmeal can be reheated in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Feel free to swap blueberries for other berries or fruits depending on season and preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
