Creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Oatmeal Bake
Indulge in a deliciously wholesome breakfast with our Creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Oatmeal Bake. This delightful dish combines the heartiness of rolled oats with the creamy richness of fat-free cream cheese, sweet blueberries, and a hint of cinnamon, all baked to perfection. It's not just healthy; it tastes like dessert! Ideal for meal prep, this baked oatmeal can be enjoyed warm out of the oven or cooled and sliced into individual portions for a quick grab-and-go breakfast. Perfect for family brunches or a nutritious start to your day, you'll want to share this recipe with everyone.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
rolled oats
2 cups (not instant)
baking powder
1.5 teaspoons (n/a)
salt
0.5 teaspoons (n/a)
skim milk
1 cup (n/a)
egg beaters 99% egg substitute
0.5 cup (n/a)
unsweetened applesauce
0.5 cup (n/a)
sugar
0.25 cup (n/a)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (n/a)
ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon (n/a)
frozen blueberries
0.5 cup (n/a)
fat-free cream cheese
2 ounces (diced into small pieces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 11x17 inch baking pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon, stirring until well mixed.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the skim milk, egg beaters, unsweetened applesauce, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
5
Gently fold in the frozen blueberries and dollops of fat-free cream cheese, creating a marbled effect without fully mixing.
6
Pour the combined mixture into your prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Oatmeal Bake?
It is a wholesome breakfast dish that combines rolled oats, fat-free cream cheese, blueberries, and cinnamon for a healthy start to the day.
Can I use instant oats for this recipe?
The recipe specifies using 2 cups of rolled oats and specifically mentions not to use instant oats.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size baking pan should I use?
You should use an 11x17 inch baking pan for this oatmeal bake.
How do I prevent the bake from sticking to the pan?
Grease the baking pan with non-stick spray before pouring in the mixture.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian-friendly.
What type of milk is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of skim milk.
Does this recipe use real eggs?
No, it uses 0.5 cup of egg beaters 99 percent egg substitute.
What kind of applesauce is needed?
The recipe requires 0.5 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
How much sugar is added to the mixture?
You will need 0.25 cup of sugar for this recipe.
How much vanilla extract should I include?
Include 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in the wet mixture.
Is cinnamon included in this oatmeal bake?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon.
Should I use fresh or frozen blueberries?
The recipe specifically lists 0.5 cup of frozen blueberries.
What type of cream cheese is used for the cheesecake flavor?
The recipe uses 2 ounces of fat-free cream cheese.
How should the cream cheese be prepared before adding?
The cream cheese should be diced into small pieces.
How long does the oatmeal need to bake?
It should bake for 30 to 40 minutes.
How can I tell when the bake is finished?
It is ready when the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Should I let the bake cool before serving?
Yes, allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.
Can this recipe be served at room temperature?
Yes, it can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
How do I create the marbled effect mentioned in the instructions?
Gently fold in the blueberries and cream cheese dollops without fully mixing them into the batter.
Is this oatmeal bake good for meal prep?
Yes, it is ideal for meal prep as it can be sliced into individual portions for a grab-and-go breakfast.
What dry ingredients are mixed together first?
The dry ingredients are rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
What wet ingredients are whisked together?
Whisk together skim milk, egg beaters, unsweetened applesauce, sugar, and vanilla extract.
How many cups of rolled oats are needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of rolled oats.
How much baking powder is used?
You will need 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 0.5 teaspoons of salt.
How much skim milk is required?
You will need 1 cup of skim milk.
How much egg substitute should I measure?
Measure out 0.5 cup of egg beaters.
How much applesauce is used?
The recipe calls for 0.5 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
What is the overall flavor profile of this bake?
It is a healthy breakfast that tastes like a blueberry cheesecake dessert.