MAKE AHEAD BLUEBERRY OATMEAL RECIPE
I have tried this blueberry oatmeal recipe both cold and warm and not sure which way I like them more! Both are AMAZING and a great way to start your day full of protein and carbs!
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This recipe comes from Autumn Calabrese’s book Lose Weight Like Crazy. It’s got tons of great recipes and advice on how making a few changes in your daily life can add up to great success. She also has a cookbook that has more healthy recipes that follow her nutrition plan, Portion Fix.
Most of you probably don’t know, but my husband and I own a small blueberry farm in North West Indiana.
This means a few things for our family. A VERY busy summer and an endless supply of blueberries in the freezer.
I’m always looking for a good recipe that signatures our superfood, blueberries.
When I saw this recipe I was a skeptic at first. I didn’t understand how it was going to turn out.
But after trying it, I was hooked.
It’s not exactly an easy recipe as there are multiple steps. But I love it that you can make it the night before and have a fresh, healthy, delicious breakfast all ready for you in the morning.
If you are anything like our family, our mornings tend to be a little crazy. Having a morning routine can be so helpful in being more productive as a busy mom.
I always say, work ahead whenever possible. That’s one of the reasons I love this recipe!
Also meal planning and meal prepping are game changers that help our family stay sane.
INGREDIENTS IN BLUEBERRY PIE OATS
BLUEBERRIES– Fresh or frozen would work here, but we normally use frozen. I haven’t tried it, but I am assuming that blackberries and raspberries would work also.
MILK– Use your choice of milk. I normally stick to almond milk.
PLAIN GREEK YOGURT– This is a great staple to always have in your fridge!
MAPLE SYRUP– A healthy and natural sweetener that you should always have on hand! Check out my healthy grocery list below to see what other food I recommend having in your kitchen.
ROLLED OATS– Be sure to grab gluten free if you need them.
CHIA SEEDS– These are little superfood wonders. I ALWAYS have them in my pantry and sprinkle them on toast or throw in a smoothie.
GRAHAM CRACKERS– These make up the “granola” topping and add the perfect amount of crunch!
COCONUT OIL– Again, another staple item that everybody should have in their pantry.
SEA SALT– This adds a slight salty flavor to the granola topping. Don’t forget to include it!
DO I HAVE TO USE BLUEBERRIES?
I have not tried it with other fruits, mostly because I don’t have an endless supply of them in the freezer. But I would assume that it would work for other berries such as raspberries and blackberries. If you are curious, give it a shot and let me know how it turns out!
KITCHEN ITEMS I RECOMMEND
- GOOD SET OF MIXING BOWLS
- CORNINGWARE BAKE SET
- CAST IRON SKILLET
- DUTCH OVEN
- BIG & SMALL CROCKPOTS OR INSTANT POT
- STACKABLE COOLING RACKS
- VITAMIX BLENDER
OTHER RECIPES I THINK YOU MIGHT ENJOY
