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Brownie Baked Oats

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A rich and chocolatey brownie baked oats recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a cake-like, nourishing breakfast that is gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 large serving or 2 small servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 medium ripe banana
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 scoop (about 25 g) chocolate or vanilla plant-based protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekin.
  2. Add oats, banana, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, nut butter, and salt to a blender.
  3. Blend until smooth and thick like batter.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared dish and add chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is set and slightly firm while the inside remains soft.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Notes

  • Add extra cocoa powder or chocolate chunks for richer flavor.
  • Replace banana with applesauce or mashed sweet potato if needed.
  • Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
  • Add chia or hemp seeds for extra protein.
  • Reheat with a splash of almond milk to restore moisture.

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