Description
This Brownie Baked Oatmeal is a deliciously chocolaty and wholesome breakfast option that combines the rich flavors of bananas, cocoa, and chocolate chips with hearty rolled oats. It’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup and has a soft, cake-like texture, making it perfect for a comforting and nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup cashew butter
- 1 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the mashed bananas, cashew butter, unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the rolled oats, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Mix in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the oatmeal mixture to a greased or parchment-lined baking dish. Spread the mixture evenly with a spatula. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for added decadence.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the baked oatmeal to cool slightly. Cut into 8 squares and serve warm. Enjoy your brownie baked oatmeal as a hearty breakfast or snack!
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, substitute cashew butter with almond or peanut butter.
- Use gluten-free rolled oats if you require a gluten-free recipe.
- To make it vegan, ensure that the chocolate chips are dairy-free.
- Feel free to add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- This recipe can be reheated in the microwave or oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
