Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (not instant or steel-cut)
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 cups Milk (Whole, 2%, or non-dairy alternative)
  • 2 Large Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup
  • 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Blueberries (Fresh or frozen, do not thaw)
  • 1/4 cup Pecans or Walnuts, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch square baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In the first large mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Ensure the baking powder is evenly distributed.
  3. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs until just combined. Whisk in the milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the melted butter until the liquid mixture is uniform.
  4. Pour the wet mixture directly into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir just until the oats are coated; do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the blueberries and the optional chopped nuts. If using frozen berries, handle them carefully.
  6. Transfer the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Do not compress the oats.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out mostly clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm with your choice of toppings, such as Greek yogurt or extra maple syrup.