Description
This Baked Chocolate Brownie Oatmeal is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional oatmeal, combining the rich flavors of cocoa and chocolate chips with wholesome rolled oats. Perfect as a comforting breakfast, an indulgent afternoon snack, or a guilt-free dessert, it boasts a fudgy texture and can be topped with peanut butter, whipped cream, maple syrup, or nuts for extra indulgence.
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 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips (reserve some for sprinkling on top)
Toppings (Optional)
- 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 sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, stirring until evenly mixed.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until the batter is combined without any dry spots.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter, then transfer it into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for a melty chocolate finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the oatmeal to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Top with optional peanut butter, whipped cream, maple syrup, or nuts as desired and enjoy warm.
Notes
- This baked brownie oatmeal offers a nutritious alternative to traditional brownies by incorporating rolled oats and natural sweeteners.
- Perfect for a satisfying breakfast or a wholesome snack paired with tea or coffee.
- You can customize toppings to your liking, such as nut butters, whipped cream, or even fresh berries.
- For vegan adaptation, substitute eggs with flax eggs and ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 726
- Sugar: 48.2g
- Sodium: 269.1mg
- Fat: 34.1g
- Saturated Fat: 23.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 91.6g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 14.9g
- Cholesterol: 93mg
