Chocolate Baked Oatmeal (with Peanut Butter)

Name: Chocolate Baked Oatmeal (with Peanut Butter)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Ingredients: 3 cups rolled oats; 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy); 4 eggs; 2/3 cup dark chocolate chips; 1/2 cup peanut butter; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 2 tablespoons chia seeds; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon baking powder

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Rich and indulgent, chocolate baked oatmeal is the ultimate dessert-for-breakfast treat! It’s easy to make with simple, mostly healthy ingredients, and has a peanut butter chocolate flavor worthy of any special occasion.

Top view of chocolate baked oatmeal in a baking dish topped with peanut butter, chocolate chips, and whipped cream.

Quick Look at the Recipe

🍽️ Flavor: Rich chocolate-peanut butter
⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🕒 Ready In: 40 minutes
👥 Servings: 6 people
🥣 Main Ingredients: Rolled oats, dark chocolate chips, peanut butter, milk, maple syrup
📋 Method: Bake at 350
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free, dairy-free option, egg-free option
❄️ Freezer Friendly: Yes!
👩‍🍳 Tip: This recipe uses dark chocolate chips for a rich flavor and creamy chocolate texture.

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Sometimes You Just Need Chocolate

Even though I’m a big believer in healthy, low-sugar breakfasts, I also know there are mornings that call for an over-the-top indulgent treat.

But even when it comes to sweet breakfasts like this one, I love sneaking in as much nourishment as I can. This oatmeal is packed with eggs, chia seeds, and natural peanut butter for added protein (and because there’s no better combo than chocolate and peanut butter).

Every time I make my peanut butter baked oatmeal, I’m tempted to make this rich, chocolatey version instead. And every time I do, I’m reminded why it’s one of my favorites.

Ingredients

Rolled oats – Not quick oats. I always use sprouted oats, but regular rolled oats are good too.
Dark chocolate chips – Semi-sweet will work too, but they increase the sugar content.
Peanut butter – I used natural, unsweetened peanut butter.
Milk – Dairy or non-dairy. For this recipe, coconut milk is my favorite dairy alternative, however, any type of milk will work.
Eggs
Maple syrup – Honey would work too, however, it’s best to avoid heating honey which is why I opted for syrup when creating this recipe.
Chia seeds – Optional. If you prefer, you can use flax seeds instead.

Egg-Free Option

You can leave out the eggs and use one very ripe mashed banana instead. With the rich flavor of the chocolate, it will barely affect the taste.

Tools Needed

9″ x 13″ baking dish

Step-By-Step Instructions

Mixing bowl with chocolate baked oatmeal batter.

Step 1: First, preheat your oven to 350 and grease the bottom and sides of a 9″x13″ baking dish.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, and chia seeds, and then stir in the milk, eggs, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Finally, fold in the chocolate.

Chocolate baked oatmeal on a kitchen table topped with whipped cream, chocolate chips, and drizzled peanut butter.

Step 2: Pour the mixture into your baking dish, and bake for 30-35 minutes or until it’s set and the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown. Enjoy!

Chocolate baked oats with peanut butter in a baking dish served with whipped cream and drizzled with peanut butter.

If you’re looking for more healthy-ish dessert for breakfast recipes, check out my blueberry cheesecake Dutch baby and strawberry chocolate skillet pancake.

Tips for Success

Stir until just combined – Over-mixing can create a gummy texture.

Swirl chocolate gently – The goal isn’t to completely stir it in but to create ribbons of chocolate throughout the oatmeal.

Adjust baking time – For a softer, custard-like texture, bake for 25-30 minutes, but if you want to slice it like a cake, bake up to 40 minutes.

Violet’s Tips for Serving

For a dessert-like presentation, top with extra chocolate chips and unsweetened whipped cream and drizzle with peanut butter.

FAQs

Is baked oatmeal healthy?

In general, baked oats are full of fiber and various other nutrients making them a fantastic healthy breakfast. However, this recipe is more of a special occasion, dessert-for-breakfast type of dish with more sugar than is best for an everyday breakfast.

What do eggs do in baked oatmeal?

In addition to improving nutrition, eggs create more of a rise and help bind the oatmeal together for a soft, cake-like texture.

If you use a banana instead of eggs, it will help bind the oatmeal together, but the dish will have a heavier, denser texture.

How to I make baked oatmeal ahead of time?

You can make baked oatmeal up to 5 days in advance or cut into squares and freeze for 2-3 months.

I don’t recommend mixing the batter ahead of time as the oats will soak up more of the liquid and create a denser, more custardy texture.

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