If you're looking for a new way to enjoy oatmeal for a healthy breakfast, then you need to try these easy and delicious Blended Baked Oats - it's not surprising why these went viral on TikTok!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
I love eating oats in the mornings for a healthy and filling breakfast. Whether I'm making overnight oats, no-bake oat bars, energy balls, or just plain old oatmeal, I always enjoy finding fun and interesting ways to enjoy oats. If you're in the same boat and looking to shake things up, you're in for a treat with these blended baked oats.
Unlike typical baked oatmeal which has more of a chewy texture, these blended baked oats have an incredibly soft and fluffy, cake-like texture that makes it feel like I'm eating dessert for breakfast. They're made with a lot of the same ingredients that you'd typically use for overnight oats or oatmeal. Why are these such a massive hit?
- Easily customizable - use your favourite ingredients to create some uniquely delicious flavour combos.
- Nutritious with whole foods - made with the goodness of whole foods such as eggs, bananas, and oats, you won't find these loaded with artificial additives. Mix in your favourite superfoods for a nutrition boost!
- Easy to make - trust me, this is so incredibly easy to make - anyone can do it!
- Ridiculously tasty - you'll be surprised at how velvety smooth, soft and fluffy the texture is.
- Air fryer friendly - while an oven is commonly used for this recipe, these oats bake beautifully in an air fryer as well.
- Kid friendly - kids love the taste and texture of these baked oats! A great way for them to enjoy breakfast before school, even for the pickiest of eaters.
- Can be vegan or gluten-free - with a couple of easy substitutions, you can easily make this recipe vegan or gluten-free.
- Satisfies the sweet-tooth - if you're like me and have a sweet tooth, these baked oats will satisfy those cravings in a healthier way than traditional store-bought cakes, pies, brownies, and chocolate bars.
Ingredients
Please see recipe card below for exact quantities.
- Oats - you can use old-fashioned rolled oats or quick oats. Just make sure not to use steel cut oats as they won't produce the right texture.
- Baking powder - this will help our batter rise, to create a fluffy, cake-like texture.
- Milk - I like using unsweetened almond milk, but you can use any kind of milk you like (whether it's cow's milk or plant-based milk).
- Egg - this will help the ingredients bind. But if you want to make this vegan, you can exclude the egg or substitute it with a "flax egg" (which is simply a mixture of 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoon of water).
- Banana - this helps produce a soft, moist texture. Make sure to use ripened bananas as they'll be naturally sweeter (which reduces the need to use added sweetener). If you don't like bananas, you can use ¼ cup of applesauce instead.
Add-Ins and Toppings
You can customize this with all sorts of add-ins and toppings.
- Fresh fruits - some of my favourites are berries, sliced bananas, or apple chunks
- Purees and jams - applesauce, raspberry jam, apricot preserves are my favourites!
- Chocolate chips - deliciously melted chocolate chips straight out of the oven.
- Nuts & seeds - whether you like crushed almonds, cashews, or pumpkin seeds, nuts and seeds are a great source of healthy fats and nutrients.
- Sweeteners - maple syrup or honey are commonly used for some added sweetness.
- Spices and powders - add a little flavour with some cinnamon, nutmeg, or make it chocolatey with cocoa powder!
- Nut (or seed) butters - I use natural peanut butter and almond butter often, but those with nut allergies can also use seed butter.
- Vanilla extract - a little bit goes a long way for delicious vanilla flavour.
Instructions
I follow a simple process for making blended baked oats perfectly every time: BATTER → MIX-INS → BAKE.
STEP 1: Add ingredients to blender.
STEP 2: Blend ingredients for 30 seconds until it turns into a smooth, runny batter.
STEP 3: Grease an 8-ounce ramekin (or other similar-sized oven-safe dish) with cooking spray, then pour batter mixture into it.
STEP 4: Mix in your favourite ingredients for flavour and/or a nutrition boost.
STEP 5: Bake it in the air fryer (300°F for 12-15 min) or oven (350°F for 25-30 min).
STEP 6: Take it out, let it cool down for a few minutes, and enjoy!
NOTE: If you find it undercooked, you can continue baking for an extra 1 to 2 minutes at a time until you reach the desired doneness. All ovens are different so you may have to see what works best for you.
Equipment
Any blender or food processor will work great for blending the ingredients. I personally use a Nutribullet which works wonderfully to create a smooth, runny batter. As for baking, these blended baked oats can be cooked using an oven or air fryer. My go-to air fryer is from Cosori - it bakes faster than an oven, and gives me consistent, evenly cooked results every time. I also use a small countertop mini oven from Breville that has become one of my most frequently used appliances - it heats up super quickly, has a built-in air fryer function, and saves me from having to turn on my oven every time I bake. I also use an 8-ounce ramekin for baking, which is a perfect size for single servings of this recipe.
Use Oat Flour Instead
Instead of blending the ingredients using whole oats, you can use oat flour instead! This is a great option for those who don't own a blender or food processor at home, or who don't want to go through the hassle of taking it out every time they make this recipe.
You can buy pre-packaged oat flour at almost any grocery store, or simply blend your rolled oats at home into a fine powder using a blender. I like to keep a container of oat flour on hand in the kitchen - it's super convenient to use for a variety of baking!
Then, all you have to do is mix the oat flour (⅓ cup) with the other ingredients using a whisk in a mixing bowl in order to create your batter. It's a big time-saver.
Meal Prep and Storage
These blended baked oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days, making them great for batch prepping several at a time to save for another day. While this recipe makes one serving at a time, you can certainly double or triple the quantities of the ingredients to make more servings at once. For instance, instead of using ramekins for single servings, you can pour make a larger batch of batter and pour it into a large muffin tray or large baking dish as meal prep for the week ahead.
Toasty's Tips
- Customize the batter with your favourite mix-ins to create some unique and delicious flavours. Mix in your choice of seeds and superfoods for a nutritional boost!
- After baking, feel free to finish it off with your favourite toppings! Whether it's a drizzle of chocolate syrup or honey, a couple of freshly sliced berries, or a spoonful of Greek yogurt - it's totally up to you!
- Add protein powder for some added protein. I've added 1-2 tablespoon to my batter without changing any of the other ingredients, and it's turned out great!
- I recommend using these 8-ounce ramekins as they have an ideal height and diameter for baking this recipe. If you're using a larger baking dish, your batter will have a shallower depth which may affect the baking time so keep that in mind.
- To avoid taking out the blender every time you make this recipe, whisk your ingredients into a batter using oat flour instead!
FAQ
My baked oats seem undercooked. What do I do?
Keep in mind that all ovens and air fryers are different so cooking times may vary depending on your equipment. You can check for doneness by piercing the baked oats in the middle with a toothpick - if it comes out clean, it's done! If batter sticks to the toothpick, let it bake for another 1 to 2 minutes and then test again. Some people also enjoy their baked oats to be a little on the undercooked side, so it's totally up to you!
I'm vegan. Do I have to use the egg?
No worries! A "flax egg" is a great vegan substitute for regular eggs. In a small bowl, simply mix together 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed, with 3 tablespoon of water. This will replace the moisture lost from one regular large egg.
I'm not a fan of banana. Can I use something else?
Yes you can! Applesauce is a great substitute for the banana, as it adds a similar type of moisture to the recipe. Just add ¼ cup to replace the half banana! Just in mind that you may need to add a bit of extra sweetener to replace the sweetness lost from the ripened banana (especially if you opt to use unsweetened applesauce).
What if I don't have a blender?
If you don't have a blender, don't worry! You can buy oat flour instead. Check out the section above to read how!
Other Flavours to Try
Check out these other easy and delicious Blended Baked Oats flavours:
📖 Recipe
Easy Blended Baked Oats
Ingredients
Base batter
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large egg
- ½ banana - ripened
Mix-ins (optional)
- your favourite mix-ins (berries, fruits, nuts, seeds, etc)
Instructions
- Add ingredients to blender, and blend for 30 seconds until it turns into a smooth, runny batter.
- Grease an 8-ounce ramekin (or other similar-sized oven-safe dish) with cooking spray, then pour batter mixture into it.
- Mix in your favourite ingredients for flavour and/or a nutrition boost.
- Bake it in the oven (350°F for 25-30 min) or air fryer (300°F for 12-15 min).
- Take it out, let it cool down for a few minutes, and enjoy!
Notes
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- Video: Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Storage: You can store this in the fridge for up to 5 days in a sealable container.
- Customize the batter with your favourite mix-ins to create some unique and delicious flavours. Mix in your choice of seeds and superfoods for a nutritional boost!
- After baking, feel free to finish it off with your favourite toppings! Whether it's a drizzle of chocolate syrup or honey, a couple of freshly sliced berries, or a spoonful of Greek yogurt - it's totally up to you!
- Double or triple the quantities (using the slider above) to batch prep multiple servings at a time. Pour the batter into a muffin tray to create smaller serving sizes!
- Add protein powder for some added protein. I've added 1-2 tablespoon to my batter without changing any of the other ingredients, and it's turned out great!
- I recommend using these 8-ounce ramekins as they have an ideal height and diameter for baking this recipe. If you're using a larger baking dish, your batter will have a shallower depth which may affect the baking time so keep that in mind.
- To avoid taking out the blender every time you make this recipe, whisk your ingredients into a batter using oat flour instead!
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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