Nut and Berry Oatmeal Breakfast Bake
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Ingredients:
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- Oatmeal: 1 cup (130 g)
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- Hot water: 1 glass (250 ml)
- Eggs: 2
- Natural yogurt: 1 glass (120 g)
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- Sweetener (optional): 3 tablespoons
- Melted butter: 3 tablespoons (or use coconut or olive oil)
- Walnuts: 1 cup, chopped
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- Almonds: ½ cup, chopped
- Sesame seeds: 2 tablespoons, toasted for 1 minute
- Salt: A pinch
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- Baking powder: 1 tablespoon
- Vanilla essence: A few drops
- Coconut or almond flour: 2 tablespoons
- Berries (blueberries or preferred): 1 glass, rinsed
Directions:
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- Prepare the Oats:
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- In a large bowl, combine the oatmeal with hot water.
- Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the oats to absorb the water and soften.
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- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
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- After 10 minutes, add the eggs and yogurt to the soaked oats.
- Stir in the sweetener (if using), melted butter (or coconut/olive oil), and mix until well combined.
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- Add the Nuts and Seeds:
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- Chop the walnuts and almonds with a knife and add them to the oat mixture.
- Toast the sesame seeds for about a minute in a dry pan and add them to the mixture.
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- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
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- Add a pinch of salt, baking powder, vanilla essence, and coconut or almond flour to the bowl.
- Mix everything well until fully combined.
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- Fold in the Berries:
- Gently fold the rinsed berries (such as blueberries) into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare the Oats:
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- Bake:
- Pour the mixture into a prepared baking dish lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown on top and set in the middle.
- Bake:
- Serve:
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Serving Suggestions:
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- Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of honey.
- Pair with fresh fruit on the side for a complete breakfast.
- Great as a snack with your morning coffee or tea.