Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Fresh Berries Recipe
This Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Berries is a wholesome and comforting breakfast perfect for chilly mornings. Made with ripe bananas, plant-based milk, rolled oats, cinnamon, and fresh blueberries and strawberries, it’s naturally sweetened and packed with fiber and antioxidants. The baked oatmeal is soft and warming, with a delightful berry burst and optional crunch from nuts or granola toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, peeled
- 1 ½ cups plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Fruit
- 1 pint blueberries (reserve some for garnish)
- 2 cups strawberries, thickly sliced (reserve some for garnish)
Optional Garnish
- Nuts or granola for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas and Mix Liquids: Place the peeled bananas directly into the baking dish and mash them thoroughly. Add the plant-based milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the dish and mix everything well until fully combined.
- Add Oats and Berries: Stir in the rolled oats into the banana mixture, then gently fold in the blueberries and sliced strawberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Bake the Oatmeal: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the mixture for 30 minutes, allowing it to set and lightly brown on top.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and allow it to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. This helps it firm up and develop flavor.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve warm, topping with reserved berries and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Optionally, add nuts or granola for extra texture and crunch.
Notes
- You can substitute any plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk according to preference.
- Use fresh or frozen berries; if frozen, do not thaw before mixing.
- Letting the oatmeal rest after baking helps it to set properly and improves texture.
- Nuts like walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch and extra nutrition if desired.
- This recipe is naturally sweetened by bananas and berries, so no additional sugar is needed.
Keywords: vegan baked oatmeal, blueberry baked oatmeal, strawberry baked oatmeal, healthy breakfast, dairy-free oatmeal, plant-based breakfast
