Chocolate Baked Oats
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Chocolate Baked Oats
Description
This recipe blends oats and cocoa powder with eggs, maple syrup, ripe banana, milk, and baking powder to create an even batter. Once poured into a prepared pan, it is baked until set, forming a moist and tender oat cake. The ripe banana contributes sweetness and moisture, improving texture without added fat.
The cocoa powder offers a chocolate flavor that complements the natural notes of banana and maple syrup. The cake's texture is soft but holds together well, making it easy to slice. Toppings such as chocolate chips increase richness and texture contrast.
Serving this dish warm with fresh berries or yogurt adds freshness and balances richness. It can be a substantial breakfast or a wholesome dessert alternative.
To maintain the desired texture, avoid overblending the batter. Baking times vary with oven differences, so monitor the cake in the final minutes to prevent overbaking. Leftover slices store well in the refrigerator for several days or can be frozen for longer storage and reheated before serving.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 banana ripe
- 2 egg large
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° Prepare an 8 x 8 baking pan by greasing it with cooking oil.
- Put all ingredients in a blender. Blend for 1 minute
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle with dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips, if desired.
- Bake 30 minutes
- Allow the oat cake to cool for 5 minutes before slicing
- Serve individual slices as is, or topped with fresh berries, or Greek yogurt.
Notes
- Blend ingredients just until combined to preserve a tender texture; overblending can create a dense result.
- Check for doneness 5-7 minutes before the suggested baking time to avoid overcooking.
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better batter consistency.
- Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months and reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 137mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 169IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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