Description
This Quick Blueberry Overnight Baked Oatmeal is a game-changer for busy mornings. Prep it in five minutes the night before, then bake in the morning for a warm, creamy, and delicious breakfast that kids and adults love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) whole milk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅓ cup (80ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- Optional toppings: extra blueberries, sliced almonds, or a drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 cups rolled oats, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Whisk together.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups milk, 2 eggs, ⅓ cup maple syrup, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined (a few lumps are fine).
- Gently fold in 1 ½ cups blueberries (frozen or fresh).
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle extra blueberries on top if desired.
- Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to 12 hours (overnight is best).
- In the morning, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove dish from fridge while oven heats.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until top is golden brown and edges are set. Center should be slightly jiggly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
Don’t skip the overnight rest—it’s key for creamy texture. Use rolled oats, not quick or steel-cut. For dairy-free, use oat milk and coconut oil. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free rolled oats. Leftovers keep in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 8
Keywords: overnight baked oatmeal, blueberry oatmeal, easy breakfast, kid-friendly breakfast, make-ahead breakfast, healthy breakfast