Flaxseed and Blueberry Oatmeal

A wholesome bowl of hot blueberry oatmeal with flaxseed, topped with toasted pecans, fresh blueberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

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Flaxseed Oatmeal

Oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfasts. There’s so much to love about it: it’s hearty without being heavy, endlessly customizable, easy to make, and budget-friendly. This blueberry flaxseed oatmeal is the perfect example!

In the summer, I often make peanut butter banana overnight oats and we eat it chilled, but cooler weather calls for a warm, cozy breakfast and I can’t think of anything better than this blueberry oatmeal recipe. Even though it only takes 15 minutes to make, it tastes like it’s been simmering away on the stove all morning.

Over the years, I’ve tested many different oatmeal methods and variations, and the one I like the most uses a combination of whole milk and water. Whole milk really is the secret to creamy oatmeal!

Ingredients Needed for Blueberry Flax Oatmeal

• Whole milk: This is combined with water for oatmeal that’s creamy without being too thick.
• Old-fashioned rolled oats: These are the perfect happy medium between quick oats, which are less hearty, and steel-cut oats, which are so hearty they take quite a while to cook.
• Ground flaxseed: This adds extra fiber and healthy fat, and it also helps make the oatmeal creamier. 
• Kosher salt: My little secret for making oatmeal extra delicious. Try it in your next bowl and see what you think!
• Fresh blueberries: While frozen blueberries also work, I like fresh blueberries in this recipe because they hold their shape better.
• Pecans: Toast these first to bring out their nutty flavor. I like to do it in the saucepan before starting the oats so I don’t have to wash any additional dishes. Once the nuts are fragrant, I transfer them to one of the serving bowls and leave them there until the oatmeal is ready.
• Maple syrup or honey: Feel free to adjust the amount to your tastes.

Oatmeal With Flaxseed Benefits

Oatmeal with flaxseed is not only a tasty breakfast but it also has many health benefits. Here are a few worth mentioning: 

• Good source of protein 
• 100% whole grain
• Rich in dietary fiber
• Loaded with nutrients 
• High in omega-3 fatty acids

Plus, it’s naturally sweetened and the toppings are 100% adaptable. 

How to Make Blueberry Oatmeal with Flaxseed

1. In a small saucepan, bring milk and water to a simmer. Stir in oats, flaxseed, and salt. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 6-7 minutes or until the oats are tender.

2. Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover, and let stand for about 5 minutes. Before serving, stir the oatmeal a couple of times and if desired, add a little milk to thin out.

3. Divide between two individual bowls and top with blueberries, pecans, and maple syrup.

Blueberry Oatmeal Recipe Variations

• Add a pinch or two of cardamom or cinnamon for some cozy warmth.
• Make your oatmeal vegan by using unflavored, unsweetened plant milk.
• Swap the ground flaxseed for chia seeds, which will give your oatmeal a little more texture.
• A splash of vanilla or almond extract adds another layer of flavor to the recipe.

How to Store & Reheat Blueberry Flax Oatmeal

• Refrigerate leftover oatmeal for 3-4 days in an airtight container. 
• Reheat in the microwave in 20-second increments or in a pan on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of additional milk to thin the consistency to your liking.

Blueberry Oatmeal Recipe FAQs

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• Baked Oatmeal with Cherries
• Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
• Vanilla Coconut Oatmeal Bowl
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