Healthy Recipes Ingredients Healthy Grain Recipes Healthy Oat Recipes Breakfast Lemon-Blueberry Oatmeal Cakes 4.3 (18) 14 Reviews A cross between muffins and baked oatmeal, this diabetes-friendly cake recipe is perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack. You can also make a double batch and enjoy one during the week and store the other batch in the freezer to savor later. By Sara Haas, RDN, LDN Sara Haas, RDN, LDN Sara is a food and nutrition expert with formal training in culinary arts. She has been a registered and licensed dietitian since 2002 and a professional chef since 2008. She works as a consultant chef and dietitian with a focus on freelance writing, recipe development and food photography. Sara is the author of the Taco! Taco! Taco! cookbook and co-author of the Fertility Foods Cookbook. Her cooking, nutrition and food expertise have been featured in all forms of media. 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Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 12 Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Alexandra Shytsman Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (see Tip) 1 ¼ cups low-fat milk ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest ¼ cup lemon juice 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup frozen blueberries, preferably wild Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a muffin tin with cooking spray. Combine oats, milk, applesauce, brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs, baking powder, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Fold in frozen blueberries. Divide the mixture among the prepared muffin cups, about 1/3 cup each. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. Alexandra Shytsman Equipment Standard 12-cup muffin tin Frequently Asked Questions Are breakfast cakes healthy? These little breakfast cakes are chock-full of nutrients that will add to your daily nutrition bottom line, including fiber, protein, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, folate and vitamins D, C, A and K. The powerful antioxidants in blueberries have been shown to help protect brain function, boost the immune system and protect the heart. The fiber in the oats is a special type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which has been shown to lower harmful LDL cholesterol, prevent blood sugar spikes and help keep you full longer. The fiber in this recipe will also help keep things moving through your gut, helping to prevent constipation. Is this recipe gluten-free? Yes, this recipe uses no ingredients containing gluten, so it is gluten-free. People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use oats that are labeled "gluten-free," as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley. Is this recipe dairy-free? You could swap the milk with a non-dairy milk, like almond, soy or oat to make it dairy-free. Can I use fresh blueberries instead of frozen blueberries? Absolutely! If you prefer to use fresh blueberries, they're an equal swap for the frozen in this recipe. Can I make Breakfast Lemon-Blueberry Oatmeal Cakes ahead? Yes, you can refrigerate the oatmeal cakes in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze them for up to three months. To reheat, microwave an oatmeal cake in 30-second intervals until heated through. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, July 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 134 Calories 3g Fat 24g Carbs 5g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 Serving Size 1 muffin Calories 134 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 24g 9% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 10g Added Sugars 6g 12% Protein 5g 10% Total Fat 3g 4% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 32mg 11% Vitamin A 104IU 2% Vitamin C 3mg 3% Vitamin D 19IU 5% Folate 8mcg 2% Vitamin K 2mcg 2% Sodium 163mg 7% Calcium 77mg 6% Iron 1mg 6% Magnesium 26mg 6% Potassium 154mg 3% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers is a portfolio entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in the health and wellness space. As a freelance writer and editor, Carrie has worked for both consumer and trade print and online publications. She's been quoted in several articles as a health and fitness expert. 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