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Easy Blueberry Lemon Baked Oatmeal Cups

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These baked oatmeal cups combine bright lemon zest and sweet blueberries in a warm, hearty oatmeal base, perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast that’s easy to make and delicious to eat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%, or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (125g)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (60ml)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (150g)
  • Optional add-ins: chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), chia seeds, shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula or spoon, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
  6. Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  8. Let the oatmeal cups cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before removing to firm up.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the texture tender. Start checking for doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. If using frozen blueberries, toss them in flour before folding in to prevent sinking. Optional toppings like coarse sugar or chopped nuts add crunch. These cups reheat well in the microwave or toaster oven.

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Keywords: blueberry, lemon, baked oatmeal, healthy breakfast, easy recipe, make-ahead, gluten-free option, vegan option

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