Easy Chocolate Baked Oats (Print View)

A warm, fudgy, and wholesome breakfast treat infused with rich chocolate and natural sweetness.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 ripe banana, mashed
06 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
07 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins & Toppings

09 - 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
10 - Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease two small ramekins or an oven-safe baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix together the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until evenly combined, then fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
05 - Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top for extra garnish.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the oats are set and the tops appear slightly cracked.
07 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with a drizzle of milk or a dollop of yogurt.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like eating warm fudgy brownies for breakfast without any guilt
  • The texture lands somewhere between cake and pudding in the most comforting way possible
02 -
  • Overbaking turns these into dry bricks, pull them out when just set and jiggly in the center
  • The banana flavor disappears completely so even banana haters love this recipe
03 -
  • Use certified gluten-free oats if that matters for your diet
  • The bananas should have plenty of brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture

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