Description
A rich and chocolatey baked oat dish with a soft, brownie-like texture, perfect for a nourishing breakfast or dessert. This easy recipe is naturally gluten-free and egg-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (optional)
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekin.
- In a blender, combine oats, milk, mashed banana, cocoa powder, maple syrup, baking powder, vanilla extract, nut butter, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use applesauce instead of banana for a milder flavor.
- Add protein powder and a bit more milk for extra protein.
- Mix in chopped nuts or berries for added texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain moisture.
- Can be made vegan by using plant-based milk and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
