Healthy Blueberry Baked Oatmeal With Applesauce {No Banana}
Healthy Blueberry Baked Oatmeal with Applesauce {No Banana} is a wholesome, naturally sweetened breakfast made with rolled oats, juicy blueberries, and creamy almond butter. This easy make ahead recipe is perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, and a nourishing family breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats (use gluten-free oats if needed)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk or milk alternative
¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup maple syrup
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup almond butter
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Toppings
Additional fresh blueberries
Drizzle of almond butter
Sliced almonds
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 7×11-inch rectangular baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Add milk, applesauce, maple syrup, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and almond butter. Stir until fully combined.
Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly before serving. Top with extra blueberries, a drizzle of almond butter, and sliced almonds if desired.
Notes
Frozen blueberries can be used without thawing.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 30–45 seconds.
Substitute peanut butter or sunflower seed butter if needed.
For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder and an extra splash of milk.
