Make-Ahead Banana Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 1/4 cups coconut milk
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 3/4 cup blueberries
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Oil a small baking dish with the avocado oil.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then whisk in the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground flaxseed.

3. 3

   Stir in the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

4. 4

   Gently fold in the blueberries, reserving a handful for the top.

5. 5

   Spread the mixture into the prepared dish, scatter the reserved blueberries on top, cover, and refrigerate overnight (or at least 2 hours).

6. 6

   When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until set and golden at the edges.

7. 7

   Cool for 5 minutes, scatter toasted pumpkin seeds over the top if using, and serve warm.