Easy Chocolate Baked Oats (Print Version)
Fudgy chocolate baked oats with banana and chocolate chips, perfect for a cozy breakfast.
# 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 - Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans)
# Preparation Steps:
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, whisk together rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana thoroughly. Add milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or spoon 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. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon and sprinkle additional chocolate chips over the surface.
06 - Bake for 22-25 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 cool for 5 minutes in the ramekins. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with additional milk or topped with a dollop of yogurt.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but happens to be good for you, which is the best kind of morning magic
- The fudgy texture and rich chocolate make waking up feel like a treat instead of a chore
02 -
- Overmixing the batter makes oats tough, so stir just until everything comes together
- The tops will sink slightly as they cool which is completely normal and creates perfect little wells for toppings
03 -
- Dark chocolate chips melt less than milk chocolate, giving you those delicious pockets throughout
- Add a spoonful of peanut butter swirled into each ramekin before baking for the most decadent version