Make-Ahead Blueberry Protein Baked Steel-Cut Oats

Busy mornings often lead to skipped breakfasts or quick, less nourishing choices. This make-ahead blueberry baked steel-cut oats recipe is designed to solve that problem with a hearty, filling option you can prepare once and enjoy all week. It’s warm, comforting, and naturally satisfying, making it ideal for slow mornings or grab-and-go portions.

What sets this recipe apart is the combination of chewy steel-cut oats, juicy blueberries, and added protein for long-lasting energy. Everything bakes together into a soft, scoopable texture that reheats beautifully, making it perfect for meal prep without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Baking dish
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Oven

Ingredients

• Steel-cut oats – 1 cup
• Water – 3 cups
• Unsweetened almond milk – 1 cup
• Vanilla protein powder – ½ cup
• Blueberries (fresh or frozen) – 1½ cups
• Egg whites – ½ cup
• Pure maple syrup – ¼ cup
• Coconut oil, melted – 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder – 1 teaspoon
• Salt – ¼ teaspoon

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
• In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then add the steel-cut oats.
• Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thick but not fully cooked.
• Remove oats from heat and let cool slightly.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, egg whites, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and protein powder.
• Stir in cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
• Add the partially cooked oats to the mixture and mix until well combined.
• Gently fold in the blueberries.
• Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
• Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set.
• Let cool slightly before slicing or scooping.

Recipe Info

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Breakfast

How to Store

• Allow the baked oats to cool completely before storing.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Reheat individual portions in the microwave with a splash of milk if needed.

What Not to Do

• Do not skip partially cooking the steel-cut oats; raw oats will stay hard.
• Do not overbake, as this can dry out the oats.
• Avoid adding protein powder directly to hot oats to prevent clumping.

Tips & Variations

• Add chopped nuts for extra texture.
• Swap blueberries for raspberries or diced strawberries.
• Use honey instead of maple syrup if preferred.
• Add a pinch of nutmeg for deeper flavor.

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~280
• Protein: ~14g
• Carbohydrates: ~40g
• Fiber: ~6g
• Fat: ~7g
• Sugar: ~12g

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Blueberry Baked Steel-Cut Oats for Meal Prep

Blueberry Baked Steel-Cut Oats for Meal Prep

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Steel-cut oats – 1 cup
• Water – 3 cups
• Unsweetened almond milk – 1 cup
• Vanilla protein powder – ½ cup
• Blueberries fresh or frozen – 1½ cups
• Egg whites – ½ cup
• Pure maple syrup – ¼ cup
• Coconut oil melted – 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder – 1 teaspoon
• Salt – ¼ teaspoon

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then add the steel-cut oats.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thick but not fully cooked.
4. Remove oats from heat and let cool slightly.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, egg whites, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and protein powder.
6. Stir in cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
7. Add the partially cooked oats to the mixture and mix until well combined.
8. Gently fold in the blueberries.
9. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
10. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set.
11. Let cool slightly before slicing or scooping.

Notes

• Protein: ~14g
• Carbohydrates: ~40g
• Fiber: ~6g
• Fat: ~7g
• Sugar: ~12g

Conclusion

This blueberry baked steel-cut oats recipe is a smart, nourishing way to start your day. With balanced protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, it supports steady energy levels while keeping mornings stress-free. It’s proof that meal prep can be both wholesome and delicious.

FAQs

• Can I freeze this recipe?
  Yes, slice into portions and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Can I use regular oats instead?
  No, the method is designed specifically for steel-cut oats.
• Is this recipe gluten-free?
  Yes, as long as certified gluten-free oats are used.
• Can I make it dairy-free?
  It already uses almond milk and contains no dairy.
• How do I reheat it?
  Microwave with a splash of milk for the best texture.