Easy High-Fiber Berry and Oat Breakfast Crumble

This wholesome berry and oat crumble is the kind of breakfast that keeps you powered through a busy morning. Bursting with antioxidant-rich berries, hearty oats, and protein- packed yogurt, it delivers a satisfying balance of fiber, complex carbohydrates, and protein that work together to keep your blood sugar steady and your appetite comfortably in check. Every bite offers long-lasting satiety, helping you stay focused and fueled all the way until lunch time. It’s warm, vibrant, and nutrient dense; a breakfast that feels indulgent while still supporting healthy habits! 

Ingredients: 

Berry crumble: 

• 1 packet maple, brown sugar high-fiber oatmeal

• 1/3 C plain quick oats

• 1 T milk or milk alternative 

• 1 teaspoon butter, melted (or 1 t apple sauce for dairy free) 

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

• 3/4C fresh blue berries

• 1 t flour 

• 1 t maple syrup (optional) 

Toppings: 

• 1/2C non-fat plain Greek yogurt 

• 1-2 dollops of whipped topping or a drizzle of honey 

Method: 

1. Preheat oven or air fryer to 350 degrees F 

2. In a small oven safe dish mash blueberries with a fork until half of berries are mashed 

3. Mix in flour and optional maple syrup into the mashed berries 

4. In a separate bowl, mix the packet of oatmeal with the plain oatmeal

5. To the oatmeal mixture, add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until all the oats are moistened.

6. Evenly spread the oat mixture over the top of the mashed berries. 

7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until oat topping is golden brown 

8. Allow 5-10 minutes for crumble mixture to cool before adding toppings 

Added tidbits: 

• Mix up the type of oatmeal paired with different fruit for a mix up of flavors. Some of my favorite pairs are peach high-fiber meal with raspberries, apple cinnamon high-fiber oatmeal with black berries, maple brown sugar high-fiber oatmeal with a sliced fresh peach. 

• I don’t recommend using protein oatmeal because it doesn’t form a nice crunchy crumb. 

• Add more flour to the mashed berries if they are too runny, or omit flour if you prefer a ‘jammy’ consistency

• If you’re in a rush, you can adapt this to be more microwave friendly. Mash the berries lightly. Mix in the oatmeal with ¼ C milk. Mix well. Microwave on high for 1 ½ minutes. Wait for 2-5 minutes before you add toppings.  It won’t brown or have a crunchy consistency. 

• Meal prep!! Save some time and make extra. Store in the fridge for up to three days. When ready, warm it up in the microwave and top with yogurt or your favorite toppings 

Bentley Maynard | UTSW Dietetic Intern

Bentley is a student at UTSouthwestern in the Master of Clinical Nutrition-Coordinated Program. She previously graduated from Southern Utah University where she received her bachelor’s degree in human nutrition. Bentley is passionate about helping others find practical ways to incorporate well-balanced nutrition into their lives. In her free time, you can find her reading, quilting, or visiting the duck pond with her dog.