One-Bowl Lemon Blueberry Cups (Printable)

Bright lemon and juicy blueberries combine in wholesome baked oatmeal cups, perfect for easy breakfast.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Oats & Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
07 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
08 - 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - Zest of 1 large lemon
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Fruit

12 - 1 cup fresh blueberries

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, almond milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
03 - Add rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until fully combined and all oats are moistened.
04 - Gently fold blueberries into the batter to distribute evenly throughout.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top.
06 - Bake for 23 to 25 minutes, or until oatmeal cups are set, golden on top, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 - Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're made in one bowl, which means minimal cleanup and maximum sanity before 7 a.m.
  • The bright lemon flavor paired with juicy blueberries tastes like breakfast but feels like a treat.
  • Grab-and-go breakfast that actually keeps you full, no afternoon slump required.
  • Naturally dairy-free if you swap the milk, making them friendly for most dietary needs.
02 -
  • Don't overmix the batter—mix until everything is just combined, or you'll end up with tough, dense cups instead of tender ones.
  • The lemon zest is non-negotiable; it's what makes these sing and keeps them from tasting like regular oatmeal muffins.
  • If your blueberries are fresh and beautiful, keep them whole; if they're past their prime, chopping them slightly helps them distribute better through the batter.
03 -
  • Room-temperature eggs blend more smoothly with the other wet ingredients, so let them sit out for a few minutes before you start if you remember.
  • Zest your lemon over the mixing bowl so you don't lose any of those essential oils that carry all the flavor.
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