Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal
Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Trace Alexander on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 11 min | Total: 21 min
Cost: $2.10 total, $1.05 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled Oats (old‑fashioned rolled oats)
- 2 cups Water (room temperature)
- 1 cup Blueberries (fresh or frozen; divided (1 cup for cooking, ½ cup for topping))
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (finely grated from a fresh lemon)
- ¼ cup Milk (whole or 2% milk; add at serving)
Instructions
Gather and Measure Ingredients
Measure 1 cup rolled oats, 2 cups water, 1 cup blueberries, 1 tsp lemon zest, and ¼ cup milk. Have a small saucepan, spoon, and serving bowl ready.
Time: PT5M
Combine Oats and Water
Add the rolled oats and water to the small saucepan. If desired, add a pinch of salt for flavor.
Time: PT0M
Cook Oatmeal Base
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5‑10 minutes until the oats reach your preferred thickness.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: medium heat
Add Blueberries
Stir in 1 cup blueberries and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the berries to soften and release some juice.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: medium heat
Finish and Serve
Remove the pot from heat. Transfer the oatmeal to a serving bowl, top with extra blueberries, sprinkle the lemon zest, and drizzle the milk over the top. Serve immediately.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 6g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 4g
- Fiber
- 6g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Can be made vegan by using plant‑based milk
Allergens: Milk
Ingredient Substitutions
- Instead of Rolled Oats: Steel‑cut oats, Quick‑cooking oats
- Instead of Water: Almond milk, Soy milk
- Instead of Blueberries: Raspberries, Strawberries, Frozen mixed berries
- Instead of Lemon Zest: Lemon juice (1 tsp)
- Instead of Milk: Almond milk, Soy milk, Oat milk
Equipment Needed
- Small Saucepan
- Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Zester or Microplane (optional)
- Serving Bowl
Critical Steps — Do Not Skip
- Cooking the oats to the right consistency without burning
- Adding blueberries and cooking just long enough to soften them
Chef Tips from the Video
- Use freshly grated lemon zest for a bright flavor; pre‑zest the lemon to save time.
- If you like extra sweetness, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup just before serving.
Troubleshooting
Oatmeal is too thick
Stir in a little extra water or milk, 1‑2 tbsp at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Oatmeal is too watery
Continue cooking uncovered for a few more minutes, stirring frequently, until excess liquid evaporates.
Blueberries burst and make the oatmeal overly purple
Add the berries later in the cooking process or use fresh berries that hold their shape better.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water.
Freezer: Can freeze cooked oatmeal for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight and reheat.
Room temperature: Not recommended; oatmeal should be refrigerated after cooling.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Cook a larger batch and store portions in the fridge; reheat with a splash of milk or water.
Last updated: August 29, 2026
