Vegan Chocolate Baked Oats (No Banana)
Chocolate baked oats are a simple vegan breakfast that turns everyday ingredients into a rich, chocolatey treat with a dessert-like feel. Perfect for meal prep, this cozy bake works just as well for a quick morning meal as it does for a satisfying snack.
Equipment
- 8-inch square baking pan
- 1 large mixing bowl
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any plant milk
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix dry ingredients.2 cups rolled oats, ¼ cup cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Add the wet ingredients, then stir until combined.1 cup unsweetened almond milk, ⅓ cup pure maple syrup, ¼ cup natural peanut butter
- Transfer to the baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for a more chocolatey finish. Bake for 30 minutes until set in the center.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For the best texture, use creamy natural peanut butter and good-quality cocoa powder.
- Add extra chocolate chips on top before baking for an extra indulgent finish.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. Reheat before serving or enjoy cold.
Nutrition
Calories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.03mgSodium: 89mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 0.3IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
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