Delicious Blueberry Jam Protein Oats

If you want a filling morning boost that tastes like a treat, these baked oats packed with protein and a sweet blueberry jam center are just right. They work great as a hearty breakfast or a quick snack when you're on the go.

I whipped these up after wanting something warm and healthy one morning and soon made them a regular whenever I needed a cozy morning meal without too many carbs.

What You Need

• Old fashioned rolled oats: for a chewy and hearty base get organic if you can for better taste and nutrients
• Nonfat plain Greek yogurt: adds creaminess plus a nice protein jolt pick one with live cultures for better digestion
• Unsweetened vanilla almond milk: keeps it dairy-free and light be sure it’s unsweetened to control sweetness
• Liquid egg whites: bring protein without adding fat fresh or carton versions both work fine
• Vanilla protein powder: pumps up flavor and protein choose a clean powder without extras
• Salt: lifts the sweetness and flavors fine sea salt blends better
• Cinnamon: brings cozy warmth and subtle spice use freshly ground for a stronger scent
• Baking powder: makes oats rise for a soft texture check it’s fresh
• Frozen blueberries: for the jam filling pick plump ones and thaw a bit if needed
• Vanilla extract: adds sweet scent to the filling real extract beats artificial
• Swerve sweetener: controls sweetness without sugar change the amount to your liking or swap with natural sweeteners

How To Make It

Mix The Batter

Turn your oven to 350°F and grease a 10-ounce ramekin with nonstick spray so nothing sticks. In a blender, toss oats, Greek yogurt, almond milk, egg whites, protein powder, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, vanilla extract, and Swerve. Blend until smooth and set aside.

Cook Blueberry Jam

On medium heat, warm frozen blueberries with vanilla extract and Swerve in a small pot. Mash some berries gently with a spoon as they heat to get the juices flowing. Let it bubble and thicken like jam then take it off the heat.

Put It Together

Pour the oat mix into your ramekin evenly. Make a small dip in the center and drop in the warm blueberry jam. The jam should be surrounded by the oats. Bake for around 25 minutes until the edges turn golden and the middle is firm.

Cool Down

Take it out and let it cool a little so it firms up and’s easier to eat. Enjoy warm and relish the creamy oats paired with sweet jam in the center.

The best bit for me is the jam center that brings a nice tangy sweetness with every bite through the soft baked oats. It feels like a lazy weekend breakfast I remember from childhood when my mom made fruit jams from scratch to pour over warm cereal.

Keeping It Fresh

If you have leftovers, cover and pop them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Warm up slowly in the microwave or oven, adding a bit of almond milk if it feels too thick. This is perfect for making ahead and grabbing on busy mornings.

Switch It Up

You can swap almond milk for any milk you like, plant-based or dairy. Try flavored protein powders like chocolate or berry to change things up. If you want it vegan, skip the egg whites and use flax or chia egg substitutes instead.

How To Serve

Top your baked oats with extra fresh berries, a spoonful of nut butter, or some crunchy toasted nuts. If you want it sweeter, drizzle a bit of honey or maple syrup. Pair it with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for an even bigger protein hit.

This baked oats mix up good nutrition with homey comfort so every bite's a pleasure. It's a great way to kick off your day or grab a nourishing snack anytime.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ Can fresh blueberries replace frozen ones?

Sure, fresh blueberries work fine in the jam too. Just watch out since they might release more liquid, so you may need to cut your cooking time down a bit.

→ What can I use instead of liquid egg whites?

You can swap egg whites with flaxseed mixed with water or a store-bought egg replacer to get that same binding and texture.

→ Do the oats need blending before baking?

Blending makes the batter smooth and helps everything bake evenly with the protein powder well stirred in.

→ How do I change the sweetness in the blueberry jam?

Feel free to add more or less sweetener like Swerve to fit your taste. Honey or maple syrup work well too.

→ Is it okay to make this ahead of time?

You can prepare both the oat mix and blueberry jam early and keep them in the fridge, then bake it fresh when you’re ready to eat.