Make-Ahead Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 2 large ripe bananas
• 1.5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and brush an 8x8-inch baking dish with avocado oil.

2. 2

   Mash the bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.

3. 3

   Whisk in the coconut milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground flaxseed until fully combined.

4. 4

   Stir in the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, then let the batter rest for 10 minutes so the oats begin to absorb the liquid.

5. 5

   Gently fold in 1 cup of the blueberries, reserving the rest for the top.

6. 6

   Spread the batter evenly into the prepared dish and scatter the remaining blueberries on top, pressing them in slightly.

7. 7

   Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden, the edges are set, and the center no longer jiggles.

8. 8

   Cool completely in the dish, then cover and refrigerate overnight. Reheat individual squares in the microwave or a 350°F oven, and top with toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.