Description
This Brownie Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and wholesome breakfast or snack option that combines the rich, chocolatey flavor of brownies with the hearty texture of baked oatmeal. Made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, bananas, oats, and cocoa powder, it’s naturally sweetened and easy to prepare. Perfect for meal prep, it tastes great warm or cold, and the flavors deepen when left to rest overnight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/3 cup peanut butter (or allergy friendly substitute)
- 3 cups mashed banana
- 1 cup milk (of choice or water)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey or agave)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (or chocolate protein powder)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together peanut butter, mashed bananas, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Then add the rolled oats, cocoa powder, salt, and chocolate chips, stirring thoroughly to create a uniform batter.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Smooth the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out so it cooks uniformly.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes. Check that the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool before slicing into squares. It can be served warm or cold. For a richer flavor, let it sit overnight to enhance the taste and texture.
Notes
- Peanut butter can be substituted with any allergy-friendly nut or seed butter based on preference or dietary needs.
- You can replace the milk with any plant-based milk or water if preferred.
- Adding chocolate chips is optional, but they add a pleasant texture and extra sweetness.
- For a thicker or chewier texture, let the baked oatmeal cool completely and refrigerate before serving.
- This recipe is easily doubled or halved depending on the number of servings desired.
