prep-ahead baked blueberry oats.
These baked blueberry oats are rich in protein and fibre, making them a nourishing breakfast that can be prepared ahead and enjoyed throughout the week. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and bursting with blueberries, they’re balanced with protein-packed Greek yoghurt for lasting energy. This recipe makes 6-8 portions. Ingredients: 2 cups oats 400ml milk 1 pack of blueberries 6 tbsp Greek yoghurt 3 ripe bananas (brown) 2 whole eggs 1 tsp baking powder 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon Dark chocolate drops (optional) Pecan nuts for decoration (optional) Method: Set the oven to 180°C (fan). In a large mixing bowl or ovenproof dish, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the milk, eggs, yoghurt, baking powder, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and mix until well combined. Stir in the oats, blueberries, and dark chocolate drops if using. Mix gently so everything is evenly distributed. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the oats are set and golden on top. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing into 6–8 portions. Top with extra Greek yoghurt and pecan nuts for extra creaminess and crunch. Gut Health Benefits Blueberries and bananas both play a role in supporting gut health. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and polyphenols, which help reduce inflammation and protect the gut lining, while also offering fibre that feeds beneficial bacteria. Bananas, especially when ripe, are rich in soluble fibre that supports smooth digestion and act as a natural prebiotic, helping to nourish the friendly microbes in your gut.
These baked blueberry oats are rich in protein and fibre, making them a nourishing breakfast that can be prepared ahead and enjoyed throughout the week. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and bursting with blueberries, they’re balanced with protein-packed Greek yoghurt for lasting energy.
This recipe makes 6-8 portions.
Ingredients:
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2 cups oats
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400ml milk
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1 pack of blueberries
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6 tbsp Greek yoghurt
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3 ripe bananas (brown)
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2 whole eggs
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tbsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp cinnamon
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Dark chocolate drops (optional)
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Pecan nuts for decoration (optional)
Method:
Set the oven to 180°C (fan).
In a large mixing bowl or ovenproof dish, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the milk, eggs, yoghurt, baking powder, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and mix until well combined.
Stir in the oats, blueberries, and dark chocolate drops if using. Mix gently so everything is evenly distributed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the oats are set and golden on top.
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing into 6–8 portions. Top with extra Greek yoghurt and pecan nuts for extra creaminess and crunch.
Gut Health Benefits
Blueberries and bananas both play a role in supporting gut health. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and polyphenols, which help reduce inflammation and protect the gut lining, while also offering fibre that feeds beneficial bacteria. Bananas, especially when ripe, are rich in soluble fibre that supports smooth digestion and act as a natural prebiotic, helping to nourish the friendly microbes in your gut.
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