One-Bowl Lemon Blueberry Cups (Print View)

Bright oat cups bursting with fresh blueberries and lemon zest, ideal for a wholesome morning start.

# Components:

→ 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

# Method:

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.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top.
06 - Bake for 23 to 25 minutes 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 genuinely wholesome without tasting like punishment, which is rare in breakfast foods.
  • Make a batch on Sunday and you've solved breakfast for days without thinking about it.
  • The lemon and blueberry combo feels indulgent even though it's mostly oats and fruit.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling time in the pan or they'll crumble when you try to remove them—I learned this the mess-making way.
  • The lemon juice is crucial; don't leave it out thinking zest is enough, because it adds moisture and brightness that zest alone cannot deliver.
03 -
  • If your blueberries are frozen, don't thaw them—they stay firmer and bleed less into the batter, which keeps the appearance cleaner.
  • Extra lemon zest on top before baking adds a subtle crunch and doubles down on that bright flavor without extra moisture.
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