Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

Strawberry Baked Oatmeal is an easy make ahead breakfast perfect for Spring & Summer. This recipe is simple to customize and made with gluten free oats, sweet and juicy fresh & freeze-dried strawberries and refined sugar free.

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There’s something so comforting about starting the day with a warm and hearty bowl of oatmeal. This Berry Baked Oatmeal and Strawberry Baked Oatmeal are one of those hearty and wholesome recipes we have on regular rotation. They were also one of the recipes I included in this Baked Oatmeal Cups post I shared back in January and are perfect now that spring is here.

You can find more favorite flavors here:

1. Almond Butter Baked Oatmeal Cups
2. Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups
3. Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal Cups
4. Berry Baked Oatmeal
5. Blueberry Lemon Coconut Baked Oatmeal
6. Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Cups
7. Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal
8. Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal with Chocolate
9. Honey Nut Baked Oatmeal Cups
10. Lemon Baked Oatmeal Cups
11. Raspberry Baked Oatmeal Cups
12. Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal Cups

For this Strawberry Baked Oatmeal recipe, you’re going to need just a few simple pantry ingredients and of course, feel free swap out any ingredients to suit your taste.

And the great thing about making these strawberry baked oatmeal cups is that they are freezer-friendly and work great for Sunday meal prep.

You can prepare the strawberry baked oatmeal the morning of or assemble and combine all the ingredients the night before. Then when you’re ready, pop it in the oven to bake in the morning.

For a healthy breakfast for on the go, divide the batter into individual portion sizes by baking them in a muffin tin.

SO WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED TO MAKE STRAWBERRY BAKED OATMEAL:

For this baked oatmeal recipe, you’re going to need:

• rolled oats (use gluten free as needed)
• eggs (or a flax egg for vegan)
• almond milk
• melted coconut
• maple syrup
• baking powder
• strawberries – fresh, frozen or freeze-dried strawberries would work

HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY BAKED OATMEAL:

• Start by combining the eggs and milk together. Add the maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Stir in the oats and strawberries
• Fill a 9×13 baking pan, greased muffin tin or silicone muffin liners with the batter.
• Bake at 350 F for about 30-35 minutes in a casserole pan or 20-25 minutes in muffins tins until set and you’ve got an easy breakfast you can enjoy on the go.

RECIPE SUBSTITUTIONS:

• For a vegan version, swap out the eggs for flax eggs (For 1 egg = 1 tablespoon of flax seeds mixed with 3 tablespoon water)
• I used a mix of fresh and freeze-dried strawberries to amp up the flavor but feel free to use only fresh if you can’t find freeze-dried strawberries

IS BAKED OATMEAL HEALTHY?

This strawberry baked oatmeal is healthier than typically baked oatmeal.

It is refined sugar free, gluten free, nut free and full of wholesome ingredients. And it’s always a good idea to use gluten free oats to ensure this baked oatmeal is gluten-free.

Use your favorite combination of sweeteners.

These baked oatmeal cups are refined sugar-free and use maple syrup to sweeten them up.

You are welcome to swap it out or add additional honey, coconut sugar, date puree, applesauce, a ripened banana or your favorite low-carb sweetener instead.

HOW DO YOU STORE STRAWERRY BAKED OATMEAL?

To store strawberry baked oatmeal cups, you’re going to place them in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. 

You can also wrap them up individually and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven to enjoy throughout the week.

WHAT DO YOU SERVE STRAWBERRY BAKED OATMEAL WITH?

You can serve strawberry baked oatmeal as is, with yogurt, almond milk, nut butter or some jam to liven things up.

More strawberry breakfast recipes:

1) Strawberry Steel Cut Oatmeal

2) Strawberry Granola

3) Strawberry Overnight Oats

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Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

35 mins

Total Time

45 mins

 

Strawberry Baked Oatmeal (Muffin Cups) - the perfect easy make ahead breakfast for spring and summer. Best of all, this recipe is simple to customize and made with gluten free oats, sweet and juicy fresh & freeze-dried strawberries and refined sugar free.

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast casserole, oatmeal bake recipe, strawberry recipes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 246 kcal

Author: Kelly

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or any other milk
• 2 large eggs (or use flax eggs for vegan) (For each flax egg - 1 tablespoon flax seed + 3 tablespoons water)
• 1/2 cup maple syrup OR honey (coconut sugar or your favorite low carb sweetener would work as well)
• 4 teaspoons melted coconut oil OR canola oil *coconut oil will harden with any cold liquids - this is totally normal and will melt down once baked
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
• 3 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats gluten free as needed
• 1/3 cup fresh strawberries chopped, plus more for topping
• 2 Tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries chopped (feel free to leave out and add more fresh strawberries instead) (plus more for topping)

Serving Suggestions:

• yogurt
• banana slices
• milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x13 baking pan or a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line baking sheet with silicone liners. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add the maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the oats and the strawberries.

3. Spread batter into a casserole dish or divide batter evenly into prepared muffin tin or silicone muffin liners. Sprinkle with additional strawberries, if desired.
4. Bake in preheated oven until just set and no longer jiggly - about 30-35 minutes in a baking pan or 20-25 minutes in muffin tins.
5. Enjoy immediately or freeze in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave when ready to enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 246 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Cholesterol 40mg13%

Sodium 117mg5%

Potassium 297mg8%

Carbohydrates 42g14%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 15g17%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 60IU1%

Vitamin C 48.7mg59%

Calcium 126mg13%

Iron 2.6mg14%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.