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The Best Peach Oatmeal Recipe: Easy Overnight Baked Oats

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This delicious, creamy peach oatmeal stuffed with peaches baked in oats, and topped with from scratch cream topping! This overnight oat recipe is perfect for a quick, easy breakfast. Learn all about how to make it here!

Easy & Healthy Breakfast

This homemade, baked peach oatmeal is one of the easiest warm breakfasts in my opinion. Loaded with nutrition from oats, this recipe can also be made with natural sugar. Use these substitutes for a healthy breakfast!

Sugar. Substitute the sugar for honey, maple syrup, or your favorite sweetener. Make sure whatever sweetener you choose is an equal, one-for-one measurement or adjust accordingly.

Brown Sugar. The brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar. This gives that robust flavor that brown sugar offers and the crunchy texture for the crisp topping.

Protein Oats. If you are looking for ways to add extra protein to your diet, use protein oats from Kodiak. These oats level up the protein content while also adding quality to this recipe!

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Ingredients for Peach Oatmeal

2 cups old fashioned oats or protein oats
2 cups milk
⅓ cup cane sugar or honey
¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
2 tsp cinnamon optional
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup sliced peaches

Streusel Topping

1 cup oats
½ cup all purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ tsp salt
½ cup butter one stick, melted

*See the section above for how to make this recipe with healthier ingredients.

Peach Oatmeal Cream Topping

The homemade cream topping on this peach oatmeal gives it that classic “peaches ‘n’ cream” taste- but better! Making your own cream topping is quick and easy with this emersion blender. You can get the full recipe in this post, however, here is the basic idea….

Ingredients

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tsp powdered sugar
¼ tsp vanilla extract, optional

How to Make

Combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla (if desired) into a bowl or glass jar. Use your emersion blender until creamy and fluffy.
Mix on medium-high speed for about 2 minutes or until the cream becomes stiff and smooth.
Serve as is or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for best results!

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Peach Oatmeal | Easy Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Delicious baked peach oatmeal you can make now or prep for easy overnight oats!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Course Breakfast, brunch, Dessert

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

2 cups old fashioned oats or protein oats
2 cups milk
⅓ cup cane sugar or honey
¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
2 tsp cinnamon optional
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup sliced peaches

Crisp Topping

1 cup oats
½ cup all purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ tsp salt
½ cup melted butter

Instructions

Overnight Method

Mix oats, milk, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, egg, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl or bowl of a stand mixer. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight.
Combine topping ingredients, leaving the butter out for now, and place in a cool, dry place or plastic bag overnight for use in the morning.
When ready to bake, remove oatmeal ingredients from refrigerator and place in a well greased 9×13 baking dish. Gently fold in fresh or thawed peaches cut into slices or cubes.
Bake at 350℉ for 15 minutes.
While oats are baking, melt butter and add to topping ingredients. Stir in until well combined. Texture should be like a thick granola.
Remove oats from oven after baking 15 minutes and add topping, pressing gently into the oatmeal with a fork or spatula.
Bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Instant Bake Method

Combine all the oatmeal ingredients, except the peaches, in a large mixing bowl or bowl of a stand mixer. Place in a well greased 9×13 baking dish and gently fold in blueberries.
Bake at 350℉ for 15 minutes.
Combine all the topping ingredients (same bowl you used for oatmeal can be used). Stir until well combined. The texture should be like a thick granola.
Remove oats from oven and top with streusel topping, pressing some of it down into the oat mixture.
Place back in oven and bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

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The Best Double Chocolate Protein Muffins Recipe

August 15, 2025

This recipe for double chocolate protein muffins is so delicious and helps you reach your protein goals! Keep your body fueled with this quick and easy breakfast or midday snack. Learn all about how to make them here…

Reaching Protein Goals Without Compromising Taste

When I purchase “high protein” snacks and meals from the grocery store I am often disappointed. The gritty texture, the fake sugar “sucralose” taste, the additives and artificial coloring are really a joke.

That is why I have started making my own protein snacks at home!

At home I can make things like protein muffins without compromising quality and healthy ingredients. No more nasty protein snacks that cost a fortune. Just clean ingredients, and delicious taste!

Protein Goals

I discuss this in another post (Why Moms Need More Protein), but we as Americans are very deficient in the protein department. While this is true for Americans in general, it is especially true for women.

The recommended amount for maximum health benefits, energy, and metabolism balance is 80-100 grams of protein daily.

Reaching these goals is easy when you have recipes like this one and others in your back pocket!

Protein Breakdown for Protein Muffins

These protein muffins have two main sources of protein. The protein comes from protein powder and protein oats. This rounds out to about 6 grams plus of protein per muffin, perfect for a snack!

Choosing a Protein Powder

Since the main source of protein in these muffins is the protein powder, you want to choose a good quality, low or no sugar. You want one that will break down and not become gritty in the baking process. I have tried two brands that I buy from Thrive Market and they are both delicious! Chocolate protein powder from Aloha has 18 grams of protein per two scoops (you will use four). I have also used chocolate protein powder from Orgain (also purchased from Thrive Market). While usually more expensive, Orgain contains 21 grams of protein. Either of these options are perfect for making these muffins.

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Protein Oats

While protein powder alone does give you a good protein source base, adding protein oats from Kodiak adds approximately one more gram. Not to mention, they contribute to the delicious taste!

I can only recommend what I have tried, which is Kodiak brand “protein oats”. They bake well and add that extra gram per serving (one muffin). You can find Kodiak protein oats at Walmart and Thrive Market.

Sweetener for Protein Muffins

One thing to watch out for when choosing your protein powder and oats is added sugar. Both Aloha and Orgain do not contain processed sugar (they both use stevia if I remember correctly). Kodiak Oats contain no added sugar.

This recipe calls for honey instead of sugar to help your body get the most out of the protein. You can use equal parts maple syrup if you prefer. Chocolate chips do contain sugar but if you opt for a dark chocolate variety (or sugar free chocolate chips from Thrive) you will have less added sugar.

Ingredients for Protein Muffins

1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup oil or butter (melted)
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
2 eggs
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup protein oats
4 scoops chocolate protein powder
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Yield. This recipe will give you 12 muffins or 6 large, bakery style muffins.

Storage. Store your muffins in an airtight container or ziplock bag. They are freshest within the first 3 days but will last up to 5 days.

Other Muffin Recipes

If you like this protein muffin recipe, be sure to go check out other delicious muffin recipes here on the blog!

Strawberry Muffins with Shortcake Topping
Sourdough Blueberry Muffins
Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Muffins

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Double Chocolate Protein Muffins

Delicious chocolate protein muffins made with protein powder, protein oats, and chocolate chips!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Breakfast, brunch, Snack

Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup oil or butter melted
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
2 eggs
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup protein oats
4 scoops chocolate protein powder
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Combine milk, butter, honey, and eggs in a large mixing bowl or stand mixer.
Add protein powder and oats. Mix until batter is brown from the chocolate powder.
Add baking powder, soda, salt, and flour. Mix until smooth. Gently mix in chocolate chips.
Fill greased muffin tins 3/4 full. Bake at 350℉ for about 15 minutes.

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How to Make Strawberry Jam: Just Three Ingredients

August 13, 2025

This sweet strawberry jam recipe is tangy and delicious- made with just three simple ingredients! No pectin or canning is required. Enjoy learning how to make this guilt free jam!

Guilt Free Jam- Simple Ingredients

This strawberry jam is as guilt free as it gets! Made with organic cane sugar, lemon juice, and fresh berries. You can rest knowing your jam is pure and free from preservatives!

Many store bought jam labels have six plus ingredients. This doesn’t sound bad until you look at what they are. Many include high fructose corn syrup and some even include red dye!

These ingredients are harmful to the body and absolutely unnecessary. It takes just 15 minutes to make in your own kitchen with clean ingredients!

Everything You Need for Strawberry Jam

You truly do not need much to make strawberry jam! Just a few utensils and three ingredients…

one large stock pot
pint jars (amount will vary depending on the amount of strawberries you are processing)
blender or food processor
lemon juice
strawberries
sugar- I prefer organic cane sugar

Lemon Juice. The purpose of the lemon juice is to preserve and keep the vibrant color of the strawberry. It replaces the “citric acid” in many store-bought jams.

Strawberries. You will want fresh, washed berries with the tops removed. You do not need to slice them, the food processor or blender will do that for you.

Cane Sugar. Sugar is necessary to get the “jam” texture and sweetener. You can use less sugar if you prefer, however, your jam will be a more runny texture.

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How to Make Strawberry Jam

Making strawberry jam is so simple and honestly, fun! Here are a few things to note before making it…

Each pound of medium to large berries will make about 1 pint of jam.
You will need to store your jam in the refrigerator unless you follow canning instructions.

Step One: Wash and Blend

First, you will need to wash your berries well. Strawberries make the dirty dozen list- meaning they are one of the most sprayed and exposed to toxic chemicals. Even organic and local produce should be washed to remove dirt and other particles that can contaminate the jam.

Wash your strawberries in lukewarm water with 1 cup of white vinegar and 2 tsp baking soda.

Cut the tops off and place in a blender or food processor (I have had this one for years and use it every week in the summer!). Add lemon juice (about 1 tsp per pound of berries).

Blend on low speed until there are no chunks. You do not need to remove the seeds for jam.

Step Two: Cook the Jam

Place strawberries and sugar in a large pot on medium-high heat. Cook until boiling, stirring constantly to keep from burning. After boiling for one minute, turn the heat down to low and simmer for about 3 minutes.

Step Three: Jar and Store

Carefully place the hot jam into clean pint jars. Leave about a one inch headspace. Screw lids on tightly and leave to seal on the countertop for about 8 hours or overnight.

The jars will be sealed but not fully processed. They will not be shelf stable unless canned. However, they will last for about six months kept sealed in the refrigerator. Unsealed they will last up to one month. Discard immediately if any mold is growing or there is a rancid smell present.

How To Use Strawberry Jam

You can use your jam so many ways. It makes a delicious filling for donuts and pies. Use it on biscuit at breakfast time. However, we use it every week for peanut butter and jelly on our homemade sourdough bread! It does not get any more homemade than that!

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Three Ingredient Strawberry Jam

Deliciously sweet strawberry jam made with just three ingredients and three easy steps!

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 6

Total Time 9

Servings 4 pint jars

Equipment

Large stock pot
Food Processor or Blender
4 pint jars

Ingredients

4 lbs strawberries
8 tsp lemon juice
3-4 cups cane sugar SEE NOTE

Instructions

Wash all your berries in a lukewarm bath with 1 cup white vinegar and 2 tsp baking soda. Remove all the tops and fleshy, white centers. Place in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
Mix strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar in a large pot at medium-high heat. Stir constantly to keep from burning. Allow to come to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer for three minutes on low-medium heat.
Place jam in clean, sterilized jars (SEE NOTE 2). Screw lids tightly on jars. Allow to rest for 8 hours on the countertop. Place sealed jars in the refrigerator to store for up to six months.

Notes

NOTE ONE: One cup of sugar per pound of strawberries is recommended. However, if you prefer less sugar you can reduce it by one cup. Your jam may be slightly more runny.

NOTE TWO: To sterilize your jars, boil them, fully submerged in water for about 2 minutes. Remove carefully.

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These protein bites are the perfect on the go snack to boost your protein throughout the day! A creamy peanut butter base that you can pack with chocolate, nuts, or dried berries. Learn all about how to make them here….

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An Easy High Protein Snack

These protein bites are as easy as it gets when it comes to a quick, high protein snack! You can even batch make them and freeze them for grab and go snacks that last for weeks. The convenience factor is definitely a plus!

Besides that, they taste amazing! You can customize them according to your preferences. It also keeps them from getting boring because you can make a different kind every week.

Here are some variations I have tried and some I had heard of….

Monster Protein Bites
Blueberry Protein Bites
Chocolate covered protein bites
Oreo protein bites
Double chocolate
Coconut
Brownie Batter

I could keep going! Basically, you dream it— you can turn it into a protein bite!

Ingredients for Protein Bites

The ingredients for protein bites truly depends on what kind you are making. Here I am just going to break down how to make a protein bite base. You choose the add ins!

Protein Bite Base

Old fashioned oats (or protein oats)
sweetener- honey, sugar, or maple syrup are my favs!
peanut butter
optional: protein powder for additional protein value and flavor

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Freezing Protein Bites

Freezing protein bites is an easy way to preserve them for use during the month. If you make one big batch you can freeze them and pull out a few at a time.

They thaw quite quickly on the counter or you can eat them still slightly frozen for a cold treat!

It is very easy to freeze them. All you need is a sheet pan or two, some parchment paper, and a tupperware container or ziplock bag (for storing).

Simply roll the mixed ingredients into balls. Cover the sheet pan with the parchment. Place the balls on the parchment giving enough space so they do not touch each other.

Freeze for two hours. Place in a ziplock bag or freezer safe container. Store up to six months in the freezer for freshness.

Boosting the Protein

Some protein bite recipes like this one call for peanut butter as the main source of protein. This alone without protein rich nuts is not a significant source. They are great for a snack but adding in protein powder can take it up a notch if you are trying to reach specific goals!

Add a few scoops of protein powder to this recipe or any other recipe for even more of a protein hit!

You can also use protein oats instead of regular oats to boost the protein content.

No Bake Chocolate Cranberry Protein Bites

A delicious, easy to make high protein snack! These protein bites are full of dark and white chocolate, and dried cranberries. Leave off the cranberries to make chocolate chip protein bites!

Prep Time 5

Freeze Time (optional) 2

Total Time 2 5

Course Snack

Servings 24 bites

Ingredients

2 cups raw oats
2 tbsp honey or sugar
1 ½ cups peanut butter
⅓ cup cranberries
⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
⅓ cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

Combine peanut butter and honey until smooth to even out sweetness.
Stir in oats, cranberries, and chocolate chips.
Roll into balls and store in the refrigerator or freeze individually on a parchment lined sheet pan.

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Delicious homemade granola with dried cranberries, chocolate, and pecans. Learn how to make this simple pantry staple at home without all the junk!

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The Simple Art of ANY Homemade Granola Recipe

Making any homemade granola recipe is so simple. This pantry staple is often filled with preservatives, additives, and lots of extra sugar when purchased off the store shelf. Really you only a few basic ingredients to make a delicious granola at home!

Here’s the main base for any granola recipe…

Oats
Cereal/seeds/nuts
Dried fruit/chocolate (optional)
Oil or butter of choice
Binder/sweetener (honey or maple syrup)

Amounts used will vary depending on your exact ingredients. However, a simple starting place is equal parts oats and cereal/seeds/nuts. You can use whatever nuts and seeds you have on hand- or any combination! So for instance, if I use 2 cups of oats I will use 2 cups of some sort of combination of rice cereal, seeds, and nuts.

Adding dried fruit or chocolate is completely optional but adds different flavor profiles to your granola base. I usually start with 1/2 a cup and eyeball it from there.

The butter or oil gives the granola depth of flavor and the desirable crunch.

To bind it all together and sweeten the deal you will need honey or maple syrup. I typically use a ratio of 1:2 honey vs oats. So if I used 2 cups of oats I would use one cup of honey; or 1/2 cup oats, 1/4 cup honey.

With just a bit of guesswork and adjustments, you can use these tips to make any granola recipe!

Using & Storing Homemade Granola

Homemade granola can be used for any and all occasions! Eat it as a snack on the go. Top yogurt with it for a quick, high protein breakfast. For dessert, top vanilla bean ice cream with homemade granola.

To store, make sure the granola has cooled all the way. After cooling, place the granola chunks into a glass jar or glass container with an airtight lid. Keep in a cool, dry place. Granola will last like this for up to six months. You may need to stir it lightly with a fork occasionally to keep it from clumping up.

Sourcing Ingredients

As always, homemade bears store-bought. Meaning, if you are making homemade granola instead of buying it from the store you are doing better. However, best is making granola from scratch with quality ingredients.

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How to Make

Making your own granola at home is super simple! Here’s how to do it…

Combine your mixture of oats and seeds/nuts/cereal to a large mixing bowl.
Add in your butter and binder- honey or maple syrup. Stir it well, allowing it to completely coat the dry granola mixture. Use your hands for best results.
Bake it at 350 degrees for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Stir it about every 5-10 minutes to bake it evenly.
Add in extras like dried fruit and/or chocolate chips after the granola has cooled.
Follow storage instructions above for best results.

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Simple Homemade Berries and Chocolate Granola Recipe

Delicious, easy granola recipe you can make from scratch! This granola is crunchy and sweet. Made with natural sugar, oats and pecans, filled with cranberries and chocolate!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Course Breakfast, Snack

Servings 2 quart jars

Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup rice cereal
1 cup chopped pecans or other available nuts
¼ cup butter or oil of choice
1 cup honey or maple syrup
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Combine oats, rice cereal, and nuts in a large bowl.
Add melted butter and honey. Stir in with large spoon or by hand. Make sure the dry granola is completely and evenly coated with the wet ingredients.
Add in dried cranberries.
Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until mixture is golden brown. Stir the granola every 6-7 minutes to bake evenly.
After the mixture has cooled completely, add in chocolate chips.
Store in quart mason jars or other glass container with airtight lid. Granola will store for up to six months with airtight seal.

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This simple but delicious dill chicken salad is perfect for a quick, grab and go summer lunch or dinner! Shredded chicken covered in mayonnaise with chopped dill pickles and seasonings. Get all the details and the full recipe in this post!

How to Serve

In my opinion the best and only way to eat this chicken salad is on slices of homemade sourdough bread! Of course you can eat it on store-bought bread, crackers, or simply by itself. However, the flavors of homemade sourdough and this dill chicken salad just mesh together so well.

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Ingredients for Dill Chicken Salad

The ingredients for this dill chicken salad are so simple! It truly is a hassle free recipe….

3-4 chicken breasts, boiled and shredded
1-1 1/2 cup mayo
3/4 cup dill relish or chopped dill pickles
2 tsp salt, more to taste
1 tsp black pepper, more to taste
1 tsp dried dill
optional- 1 tsp paprika and, or cayenne pepper to add spice

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Steps for Making Dill Chicken Salad

Making your own dill chicken salad is a very easy and easy process. Here’s how to do it…

Begin by boiling washed chicken and shredding. The easiest way to shred chicken for this recipe is in a stand mixer with the frosting attachment. (This trick is a game changer!)

After the chicken has been shredded, season the chicken with salt and pepper then allow to cool completely before adding the mayo. Add more mayo if you like your chicken salad a bit more wet.

Next, add the dill relish or chopped pickles and seasonings. Seasonings should be added to taste!

Allow the chicken salad to chill (can be eaten warm if preferred) in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight for best results. Serve as a sandwich, with crackers for dipping, or simply as is.

Storing and Freezing Dill Chicken Salad

Dill chicken salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days in an airtight container. It can also be frozen however, you will need to follow a few simple instructions…

Freeze in an airtight bag or container.
For short term storage (up to six weeks), freezing all the ingredients together is fine. After six weeks you may notice the mayo starting to separate in the thawing process.
Storing past six weeks, it is best to freeze the dry ingredients like chicken and seasonings and add the wet (mayo and dill relish) later on.
Thaw in the refrigerator for best results.

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Dill Chicken Salad Recipe

Delicious chicken salad with mayo and dill relish for a delicious, refreshing summer meal! This chicken salad is quick and easy- perfect for those who like a less sweet and more savory version of cold chicken salad.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course dinner, lunch, Salad

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

3-4 chicken breasts boiled and shredded
1-1 1/2 cup mayo
3/4 cup dill relish or chopped dill pickles
2 tsp salt more to taste
1 tsp black pepper more to taste
1 tsp dried dill
optional- 1 tsp paprika and or cayenne pepper to add spice

Instructions

Boil chicken breasts until fully cooked. Shred cooked chicken after allowing it to cool or shred in a stand mixer using a frosting attachment.
After the chicken has been shredded and cooled completely, add mayo, seasonings, and dill relish.
Chill in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight before serving.

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Simple and Delicious Blueberry Baked Oatmeal From Scratch

April 22, 2025

This blueberry baked oatmeal recipe is the perfect go to, simple breakfast recipe! Enjoy the taste of gooey from scratch oatmeal inside a gooey, crispy crust of baked streusel topping. Learn all about how to make this recipe here!

Oatmeal From Scratch

What is so special about blueberry oatmeal from scratch? Big box brands make easy, convenient packages that are pre-made after all! Let’s talk about ingredients…

Yes, instant oatmeal packets are convenient. However they contain many unnecessary, and not so great ingredients. Around here we are all about cooking from scratch when possible and avoiding chemicals and preservatives in our food sources.

Most store-bought, instant oatmeal options contain about eight ingredients. Honestly, compared to most convenience foods this is not too bad. However, many of these ingredients have been processed and some (like preservatives) are unnecessary when you make your own oatmeal from scratch.

The taste of from scratch baked oatmeal is significantly better as well! Not to mention that you get much more yield out of this recipe than you do the instant oatmeal packaging, meaning it will last longer and feed more people. Everything tastes better from scratch and your wallet will thank you too!

Breakfast or Dessert?

Although this recipe is technically considered breakfast, this blueberry baked oatmeal is so delicious you could serve it as a dessert! Serve it fresh and warm from the oven topped with vanilla ice cream and you will not be sorry. Whether breakfast or dessert here are a few ways to make this recipe even more delicious….

Serve with fresh cream or ice cream. As already mentioned, this baked oatmeal served warm with ice cream is a treat you do not want to miss out on! If you are making it for breakfast, serve with fresh cream or top with homemade whipped cream.
Sprinkle with cinnamon or powdered sugar. Just a small dash of cinnamon or a sprinkle of powdered sugar takes this recipe up a notch!

The Overnight Method

Your blueberry baked oatmeal can be made as is or prepped using the overnight method. This method is great for busy moms (me!) who want to get a few steps ahead of the morning to do list. Here is how the overnight method works…

Mix all the oatmeal ingredients (except blueberries) the night before and place in the refrigerator until morning. You can also mix up the topping ingredients (everything except the butter).
This allows the oats to soak in the moisture of the milk and egg, as well, for better digestion and a more moist texture.
Bake as instructed.

Ingredients for Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

All the ingredients you need to make blueberry baked oatmeal are simple and you probably have most of them in your pantry now. Here is a complete list of what you will need and a list of substitutions…

2 cups old fashioned oats
2 cups milk
1/3 cup cane sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 pint fresh or frozen blueberries (about 1 cup)

Streusel Topping

1 cup oats
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup butter (one stick)

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Substitutions for Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

Cane sugar. The cane sugar can be replaced with maple syrup or honey for a healthier, lighter sugar alternative. Replace using equal measurement.

Brown sugar. Use equal parts brown coconut sugar as a less processed, more natural substitute for brown sugar.

Cinnamon. The cinnamon is completely optional but does add flavor.

Butter. Butter can be substituted with equal parts melted coconut oil if desired.

Storing Your Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

Blueberry baked oatmeal is without a doubt best fresh! However, it can be made and stored for eating throughout the week in a glass container with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to five days and use as needed!

Tip: If you have leftovers they are best reheated in the oven vs the microwave.

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Simple Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

Delicious and simple baked blueberry oatmeal recipe with crunchy streusel topping.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Course Breakfast, brunch, Dessert

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

2 cups old fashioned oats or protein oats
2 cups milk
⅓ cup cane sugar or honey
¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
2 tsp cinnamon optional
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Streusel Topping

1 cup oats
½ cup all purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ tsp salt
½ cup butter one stick, melted

Instructions

Overnight Method

Mix oats, milk, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, egg, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl or bowl of a stand mixer. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight.
Combine topping ingredients, leaving the butter out for now, and place in a cool, dry place or plastic bag overnight for use in the morning.
When ready to bake, remove oatmeal ingredients from refrigerator and place in a well greased 9×13 baking dish. Gently fold in fresh or thawed blueberries.
Bake at 350℉ for 15 minutes.
While oats are baking, melt butter and add to topping ingredients. Stir in until well combined. Texture should be like a thick granola.
Remove oats from oven after baking 15 minutes and add topping, pressing gently into the oatmeal with a fork or spatula.
Bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Instant Bake Method

Combine all the oatmeal ingredients, except the blueberries, in a large mixing bowl or bowl of a stand mixer. Place in a well greased 9×13 baking dish and gently fold in blueberries.
Bake at 350℉ for 15 minutes.
Combine all the topping ingredients (same bowl you used for oatmeal can be used). Stir until well combined. The texture should be like a thick granola.
Remove oats from oven and top with streusel topping, pressing some of it down into the oat mixture.
Place back in oven and bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

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The Best BBQ Chicken Flatbread: Quick and Easy Dinner Recipe

April 15, 2025

This BBQ chicken flatbread is so quick and easy! Soft, fluffy homemade flatbread topped with your favorite bbq sauce, juicy chicken, and mozzarella cheese! Get all the instructions on this post….

quick and easy bbq chicken flatbread from scratch

Homemade Flatbread vs Store-bought

This bbq chicken flatbread is so easy to make it really makes justifying buying store-bought flatbread hard! However, you can find pre-made flatbread in most bakery departments in local grocery stores that are decently fresh. Of course around here we are pretty much always going to suggest the “from scratch” version!

That is why I share recipes that are from-scratch but just as simple as going to the store and buying it off the shelf. No extra steps. No complicated ingredient lists. Just simple, from scratch options that you can make in your own kitchen quickly!

Here is why it is worth it to make your own flatbread…

Cheaper! Making your own flatbread at home is much more affordable than purchasing them pre-made from the bakery.
Low mess. This flatbread recipe only takes one mixing bowl. Just throw all your ingredients in and go!
Super quick! The amount of time it will take you to make this from scratch flatbread is quicker than you can get to the store and back. It takes less than five minutes of prep time and only about fifteen minutes to bake this bbq chicken flatbread recipe.

The Best BBQ Sauce

The flavor of this bbq chicken flatbread is all in the sauce! You can get as creative or basic as you want to be. Have a family favorite? Try it out on this recipe!

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BBQ Chicken Flatbread Ingredients

The ingredients you need to make this bbq chicken flatbread are simple! Here is everything you need along with a list of substitutions….

1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 cup hot water
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 chicken breasts
½ onion optional
1 cup Kinder’s BBQ sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup fresh herbs optional; for garnishing

Substitutions

Olive oil. Any oil or butter base can be substituted based on your preference and availability of ingredients.

Bbq sauce. Kinder’s bbq sauce was used on the pictured flatbread, however you can use whatever sauce you have on hand or a family favorite of your choice!

Mozzarella cheese. Personally, I found mozzarella to be the perfect flavor combo for this flatbread recipe. However, you could easily use any other cheese or add a favorite shredded cheese combination to make this recipe suitable to your family.

Herbs. The herb garnish is completely optional, it just gave it an extra boost of flavor. Add fresh cilantro, parsley, oregano, or whatever you have on hand!

How To Make BBQ Chicken Flatbread

This flatbread is very simple to make! The quickness comes from following the process I mention in the recipe below. I have found it to be the quickest way to get this meal made. After a few tries and perfecting the process, I can have this meal on the table in under thirty minutes (faster than pizza delivery!).

The process is basically this- dough made/resting, toppings prepped and cooked, flatbread assembly, then baking. You can shortcut it further by prepping the toppings ahead of time, having your chicken cut or even cooked already will speed up the process.

We currently bake our flatbread in the oven, however you could try on a well seasoned Blackstone grill or an outdoor pizza oven for a fun summer dinner!

Our original flatbread recipe can be found here and you can adapt the toppings as you desire.

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Quick and Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread

Delicious, fluffy flatbread made from scratch, topped with your favorite bbq sauce, juicy chicken, and heaps of mozzarella cheese! This quick and easy dinner recipe will soon become a family favorite!

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 8 Servings (2 large flatbreads)

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 cup hot water
1 tbsp. olive oil or melted butter

Toppings

2 chicken breasts sliced thinly
½ onion optional
1 cup Kinder's BBQ sauce or favorite BBQ sauce of your choice
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup fresh herbs optional; for garnishing

Instructions

Flatbread Dough

Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl. Add hot water and oil (or butter). Mix well until dough is soft and pliable. (The dough should not be very sticky but also not very firm. If it is too sticky try adding an extra ¼ cup of flour.)
Roll dough into a ball. Allow the dough to rest while you prep the toppings.

Toppings and Assembly

Dice onion and slice chicken into thin strips. Cook chicken (and onions if you prefer) on medium/low heat for best results. Season with preferred seasonings.
After toppings have been prepped, divide your ball of dough in half. Roll the flatbreads out on a well floured surface or directly on greased sheet pans.
First, apply drizzles of bbq sauce directly to the dough. Add cooked chicken slices, onions (optional), then top with cheese.

Cooking Instructions

Bake at 350 ℉ for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese starts to turn slightly brown in some places.
Optional: apply a second drizzle of bbq sauce and freshly chopped herbs to the top of your flatbread before serving.

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How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream From Scratch

April 11, 2025

Who doesn’t love fresh, homemade whipped cream on top of pancakes, coffee, or a slice of pie? This recipe is so simple and you can “whip” it up in a flash! Get all the info you need in this post….

Why Homemade?

You can always buy a container or can of whipped cream from the grocery shelves. However, for these reasons I highly recommend making your own homemade whipped cream….

Unhealthy/unnecessary Ingredients

The only ingredients necessary to make a great whipped cream are heavy cream, powdered sugar (or cane sugar), and vanilla extract (completely optional). Yet a store bought tub of whipped topping contains over 15 ingredients! These include corn syrups, vegetable oil, preservatives, and even coloring.

Sugar Content

Another reason to consider homemade is the ability to control the sugar content. You can go as sweet or plain as you want. Swap the powdered sugar for honey, maple syrup, or cane sugar for a healthier sweetener.

Tasty and Simple

Honestly, the taste of homemade whipped cream is just better- fresher! It also take zero effort to make. If you are wanting to make some from scratch swaps in your kitchen this year this is a super simple place to start- even for beginners!

Recipes to Use Your Cream

You can use this homemade whipped cream on any recipe that requires store bought cream. Here are a few favorite ways to use it in our from scratch kitchen….

Pancakes

I think this might just be my favorite because every part of this is so easy and absolutely delicious! Get my recipe for quick and easy pancakes here, then top with fruit, butter, and fresh whipped cream.

Iced coffee

Another great way to use your homemade whipped cream is on top of an iced coffee made from scratch!

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Pies, Cakes, and Other Desserts

Really this cream is delicious on any pies, cakes, and other desserts that call for whipped cream. Some of my favorites are apple pie, this lemon bread, and strawberry shortcake!

Ingredients for Homemade Whipped Cream

Homemade whipped cream requires only two ingredients- heavy whipping cream and a sweetener (powdered sugar, honey, stevia, maple syrup, cane sugar, etc.). The sweetener you choose may slightly effect the coloring of your cream so keep that in mind. However, I have used honey, powdered sugar, and cane sugar, all have yielded very similar results in texture and taste.

You can also add in a flavoring as an optional ingredient- such as vanilla extract, almond extract, orange, etc. Start by adding flavoring in slowly (1/4 tsp at a time) until desired results are achieved.

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How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream

Making your whipped cream is easy and requires very little effort. However, it does require a tool that can whip up the cream enough to get it stiff. This is extremely difficult to do by hand because it requires intense mixing and high speed. Here are my preferred methods…

Emersion blender

This is the quickest and easiest way to make homemade whipped cream, especially in small batches. Simply pour your cream into a glass mason jar (wide mouth, quart size is preferred) and blend until stiff. Emersion blenders are affordable and easy to use/clean.

Stand mixer

Another way to make your whipped cream is in a stand mixer. You will want to use a frosting attachment or whisk attachment. Begin on medium-low speed. Slowly increase the speed until the cream is stiff and smooth.

Storing Tips

Whipped cream can be stored in a mason jar or an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within one to two weeks for best freshness.

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Easy Homemade Whipped Cream From Scratch

How to make delicious, homemade whipped cream from scratch with simple ingredients! Make this smooth whipped cream that melts in your mouth in just minutes using this go to recipe!

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings 8 ounces

Ingredients

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tsp powdered sugar (or sweetener of choice; SEE NOTE)
¼ tsp vanilla extract optional

Instructions

Combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla (if desired) into a stand mixer bowl or glass jar (for emersion blender method).
Mix on medium-high speed for about 2 minutes or until the cream becomes stiff and smooth.
Serve as is or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for best results!

Notes

NOTE: Powdered sugar can be substituted with cane sugar, honey, maple syrup, stevia, etc. Slight changes may occur in texture and color depending on the sweetener used but you should yield similar results.

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