Description
This Chocolate Brownie Oatmeal Bake is a rich, comforting breakfast or snack option that combines the wholesome goodness of oats with the decadent flavor of chocolate. Baked to perfection with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla, this dish offers a fudgy texture reminiscent of brownies while providing a nutritious start to your day or a guilt-free indulgence anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for sprinkling on top)
- Optional toppings: peanut butter, whipped cream, maple syrup, nuts
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan to prevent the oatmeal from sticking during baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir these together until they are evenly mixed, forming the dry base of the bake.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a consistent batter.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter. Then pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top for extra chocolate flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. Bake until the oatmeal is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean, indicating it is cooked through but still moist.
- Cool and serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set before slicing and serving. Optionally, add toppings such as peanut butter, whipped cream, maple syrup, or nuts to enhance the flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the baking pan is well greased to prevent sticking and make serving easier.
- Use rolled oats for texture; quick oats may yield a softer consistency.
- Feel free to substitute almond milk with any other plant-based or dairy milk according to preference.
- Optional toppings like peanut butter or nuts add protein and extra flavor.
- Check doneness with a toothpick after 45 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs or other plant-based egg substitutes.
