Easy Chocolate Baked Oats (Print)
Warm, fudgy baked oats with rich chocolate and wholesome ingredients for a cozy morning.
# Ingredient list:
→ 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 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), optional
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease two small ramekins or an oven-safe baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, thoroughly whisk the mashed banana, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Gently fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
05 - Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips over the tops for extra melty goodness.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the oats are set and the tops appear slightly cracked. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean.
07 - Let the baked oats cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with a drizzle of milk or a dollop of yogurt.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but happens to be nutritious enough for breakfast
- The texture is somewhere between a brownie and warm oatmeal
02 -
- The center will look slightly underbaked when you remove it, but it firms up beautifully while cooling
- Using a very ripe banana means you can reduce the sweetener without sacrificing flavor
03 -
- Set your ramekins on a baking sheet to catch any potential overflow
- Dark chocolate chips transform this into something that feels like an elegant dessert