Blueberry Oat Breakfast Smoothie

Mornings in our household can often resemble a chaotic race against the clock. I vividly remember one particularly frantic morning when my three kids declared their breakfast preferences: one wanted toast, another was set on cereal, and the youngest was still half-asleep and reluctant to partake in anything. In that moment, I whipped up a "Blueberry Oat Breakfast Smoothie" using leftover oats and a handful of frozen blueberries. To my surprise, not only did they love it, but it also became a family favorite that we still enjoy on our busiest days. It’s a simple reminder that healthy eating can fit seamlessly into the hustle and bustle of family life.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 267

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For Soaking Oats (Night Before)

2/3 cup Oats Place in jar with milk
1 cup Non-dairy milk For soaking oats

For Smoothie

3/4 cup Soaked oats From previous night's soaking
2 cups Frozen blueberries
3/4 cup Non-dairy milk Additional milk for blending
1 Tablespoon Maple syrup Optional

Equipment

Glass jar
blender

Method

Prepare your oats the night before. Take ⅔ cup of oats and 1 cup non-dairy milk and place in a glass jar. Soak in the refrigerator overnight.
Place ¾ cup of soaked oats, the frozen blueberries, non-dairy milk, and maple syrup in the blender.
Blend on high, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. Blend until thick and creamy.
Top with more berries, or chia seeds, or anything else you wish. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSodium: 49mgPotassium: 374mgFiber: 6gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 440IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

This smoothie is best enjoyed immediately.

If you store it in the refrigerator for a few hours, just stir well before drinking as it will separate.

Use any berry you wish if you do not have blueberries.

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