Blueberry Oatmeal is the perfect warm and healthy breakfast for any age! This vivid oatmeal can be made into a baby puree, cooled into chunks for baby-led weaning, served separated with add-ins for the skeptical toddler or in a bowl with all the toppings for kids (and adults).

Nutritional Information

• High in vitamin C, which is necessary for proper immune function and iron absorption
• High in vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting for when baby gets a boo boo
• Fiber for digestion and gut health
• Antioxidants for cancer prevention

Blueberry Oatmeal

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Age: 6+ months 

Ingredients

• 2 cups water or milk of choice
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries (see notes)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup, coconut sugar or brown sugar (omit for under 1, optional for 1+) 

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the liquid to a boil over med-high heat.
2. Add in the oats, blueberries, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sweetener (if using), and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the water is absorbed, stirring often. Let cool slightly
3. If making it into a smooth puree, transfer it to a blender and puree until smooth. 
4. Serve and enjoy!

Notes 

Age: 6+ months  

Note on Blueberries: I like to use wild blueberries in this recipe because they tend to be way smaller than standard blueberries and easier for baby or toddler to eat. You can use regular blueberries but you may have to cut them in half for easier eating. 

Storage: any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. If pureeing for your baby, you can store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. 

Yield: 4 small baby or toddler servings, 2 kid or adult servings.