This blueberry baked oatmeal recipe is a healthy, delicious breakfast or brunch! I love how the toasty, nutty topping contrasts with the soft and creamy middle. Vegan and gluten-free (just make sure that your oats are gluten-free). This healthy baked oatmeal recipe is super easy to make! You don’t need any special equipment, just a mixing bowl and an 8×8-inch baking dish.

This blueberry baked oatmeal is made with healthy ingredients—think fresh fruit, almond butter, and whole rolled oats—but it tastes like a treat. The top is toasty and nutty, featuring a layer of pecans and coconut flakes that crisp up beautifully in the oven. The middle, on the other hand, stays soft and creamy, filling each bite with an amazing mix of textures.

How to make Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana, mashed (½ cup)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, at room temperature
• ¼ cup smooth almond butter
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 cups whole rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, for topping
• 2 tablespoons coconut flakes, for topping

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8-inch or similar baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, almond milk, almond butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Add the baking powder, cinnamon, and salt and whisk again.
3. Fold in the oats, ¾ cup of the pecans, and ½ cup of the blueberries. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth into an even layer.
4. Top with the remaining ½ cup blueberries, the remaining ¼ cup pecans, the brown sugar, and coconut flakes.
5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is crisp and the middle is set. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Meal prep it:

 This healthy baked oatmeal recipe is perfect for a weekend brunch, but it’s also a great breakfast to meal prep for the week. Bake it off on a Sunday and store slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just pop them in the microwave to reheat. They’ll make you excited to get out of bed on busy mornings or be a great mid-morning snack!