Heart-Healthy Hearty Baked Oatmeal
Start your morning with the comforting and nutritious **Heart-Healthy Hearty Baked Oatmeal**, a wholesome breakfast packed with fiber, natural sweetness, and a delightful burst of texture. This easy-to-make recipe combines rolled oats, ripe bananas, and unsweetened almond milk for a plant-based, heart-friendly base, while pure maple syrup and vanilla extract add a touch of natural indulgence. Loaded with antioxidant-rich blueberries, chewy dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, each bite offers a satisfying yet health-conscious balance. Spiced with cinnamon and baked to golden perfection, this make-ahead oatmeal dish is ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunches. Serve it warm with a splash of almond milk or a dollop of yogurt for a creamy finish. Perfect for those seeking a high-fiber, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened breakfast option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups almond milk (unsweetened)
- 2 mashed ripe bananas
- 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly to combine.
In another bowl, whisk together the almond milk, mashed bananas, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is fully incorporated.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, and fresh blueberries into the oatmeal mixture.
Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before cutting. Serve warm, and enjoy plain, or with a splash of almond milk or a dollop of low-fat yogurt on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1418 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.0 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.5 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1127 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 3186 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
