Easy Chocolate Baked Oats (Printable)
Wholesome baked oats with chocolate, banana, and a touch of maple syrup for a cozy breakfast treat.
# What You 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 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts, optional (walnuts or pecans)
# 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 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 fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until evenly combined and no dry streaks remain. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
05 - Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top of each portion for a melty finish.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the oats are set and the tops appear slightly cracked. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
07 - Let the baked oats cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally drizzled with additional milk or topped with a dollop of yogurt.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It satisfies those intense chocolate cravings while still giving you a wholesome, fiber-packed start to your day
- The texture is somewhere between a brownie and oatmeal, which means you get the best of both worlds
02 -
- Overripe bananas work best here, so don't toss those spotty ones sitting on your counter
- The baking time varies by ramekin size, so start checking at 20 minutes if you're using wider dishes
03 -
- Dark chocolate chips melt less and create these pockets of gooey chocolate that are honestly worth every calorie
- Let the batter sit for 10 minutes before baking if you have time, it makes the texture even creamier