Vegan Baked Oatmeal (11 Ways!)
This vegan baked oatmeal with fresh blueberries is naturally sweetened with maple syrup. It makes for a filling brunch or special occasion breakfast! No banana, eggs, or refined sugar!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 177kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground chia seeds
- 6 tbsp water
- 1½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup applesauce
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1½ cup blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F / 180 C. Spray an 8x8 square baking dish with spray oil.
- In a mixing bowl, mix together the ground chia seeds and water, allow it to sit for 5 minutes to form a paste.
- Whisk the almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup and applesauce into the prepared chia seed mixture.
- Add remaining ingredients, only adding 1 cup blueberries and reserving remaining blueberries for the top, gently fold to combine.
- Pour the oatmeal mixture into the baking dish, top with reserved blueberries. Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until an inserted skewer comes out clean.
- Remove and allow the baked oatmeal to cool and set for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve topped with whipped coconut cream, drizzle of maple syrup or toasted almonds.
Notes
- Any plant based milk will work in this recipe.
- Ground flax seeds can be used instead of chia seeds if preferred.
- Allow the baked oats to completely cool and set before serving.
- Store leftover baked oats covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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- Vegan Banana Baked Oatmeal: Instead of berries, use ripe banana slices and walnuts to create a banana bread flavor. You can also add some natural peanut butter for a PB&B feel!
- Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal: Substitute 3/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips for the blueberries, or leave the berries in for a chocolate berry variation!
- Sugar-Free Baked Oatmeal: Make this low-sugar baked oatmeal completely free of added sugars by using monk fruit instead of maple syrup, or omit the maple syrup altogether and rely on the fruit to naturally sweeten this recipe!
- Vegan Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal: Add 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice and 2-3 tablespoons of pumpkin puree into this recipe and omit the blueberries.
- Vegan Protein Baked Oats: Whisk in one scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder to amp up the protein content of this recipe. Vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, cinnamon, or your favorite flavor of protein powder are all great options!
- Vegan Chocolate Baked Oatmeal: Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder in place of the cinnamon, and add chopped walnuts or pecans instead of the berries! Stir in 1/2 cup of dairy-free chocolate chips if you wish. You'll end up with chocolate brownie baked oatmeal!
- Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal: This is a favorite when the fall months get cool! Stir in 1 chopped apple in place of the berries, increase the cinnamon to 2 teaspoons, and stir in 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg.
- Peach Baked Oatmeal: Fold in 1 large chopped-up peach instead of the blueberries for a summer-baked oatmeal recipe you won't be able to resist!
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oats: Omit the cinnamon from the recipe and stir in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 1/4 cup of drippy peanut butter, and 1/2 cup of dairy-free chocolate chips. A fantastic way to enjoy a healthier variation of your favorite flavors!
- Cardamom Baked Oats with Pear: Stir in 1 chopped Bartlett or D'Anjou pear and 3/4 teaspoon of cardamon powder in place of the blueberries and cinnamon for a naturally sweet and earthy variation!
- Toddler Baked Oatmeal: Vegan baked oats is great for kids of all ages, and you can start giving this hearty dish to your child at age 1. For toddlers, just cut it up into small pieces so it's easy for them to pick up and "chew." You can also swap the blueberries with your baby's favorite fruit, and reduce the maple syrup as needed!
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g