Brownie Baked Oats
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with these decadent brownie baked oats, featuring a luscious layer of velvety yogurt frosting. This simple yet delightful recipe combines hearty oats with rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla, making it perfect for a sweet morning boost or a guilt-free dessert. Whip up this satisfying dish and enjoy a slice of chocolatey goodness anytime!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (15 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- Milk (I prefer unsweetened soy but any milk is fine) (240 ml)
- Almond or cashew butter (227 g)Peanut butter can also be used
- Yogurt (I use soy or coconut but any will do) (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(9)
- Baking powder (5 ml)
- Baking soda (5 ml)
- Dark chocolate chips (240 ml)
- Cocoa powder (240 ml)
- Maple syrup (240 ml)
- Maple syrup (for frosting) (30 ml)
- Rolled oats (480 ml)
- Chocolate protein powder (optional)optional
- Vanilla extract (5 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Salt (5 ml)
📦Other(1)
- EspressooptionalCan use strong filter coffee or instant coffee
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Start by mixing the dry ingredients in a large bowl so everything is evenly combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth.
- 3
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined.
- 4
Fold in the chocolate chips so they’re spread evenly through the batter.
- 5
Transfer the mixture into a prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- 6
Once baked, let it cool fully before spreading the yogurt frosting over the top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend 80% of your oats into flour and leave 20% whole to create the perfect brownie texture - the flour provides structure while whole oats add chewy bite.ingredient80:20 ratio
- ✓Mix wet ingredients at room temperature (68-72°F) because cold ingredients create lumps and prevent proper emulsification with cocoa powder.technique68-72°F
- ✓Bake at 350°F for exactly 25-30 minutes until center springs back lightly when touched - overbaking turns the fudgy texture dry and crumbly.timing350°F, 25-30 minutes
- ✓Cool completely for 2+ hours before frosting because residual heat above 80°F will melt yogurt frosting and create a soggy top layer.timing2+ hours, below 80°F
- ✓Toss chocolate chips in 1 tablespoon of your dry mixture before folding in to prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.technique1 tablespoon coating
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Brownie Baked Oats
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with these decadent brownie baked oats, featuring a luscious layer of velvety yogurt frosting. This simple yet delightful recipe combines hearty oats with rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla, making it perfect for a sweet morning boost or a guilt-free dessert. Whip up this satisfying dish and enjoy a slice of chocolatey goodness anytime!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (15 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- Milk (I prefer unsweetened soy but any milk is fine) (240 ml)
- Almond or cashew butter (227 g)Peanut butter can also be used
- Yogurt (I use soy or coconut but any will do) (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(9)
- Baking powder (5 ml)
- Baking soda (5 ml)
- Dark chocolate chips (240 ml)
- Cocoa powder (240 ml)
- Maple syrup (240 ml)
- Maple syrup (for frosting) (30 ml)
- Rolled oats (480 ml)
- Chocolate protein powder (optional)optional
- Vanilla extract (5 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Salt (5 ml)
📦Other(1)
- EspressooptionalCan use strong filter coffee or instant coffee
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Start by mixing the dry ingredients in a large bowl so everything is evenly combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth.
- 3
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined.
- 4
Fold in the chocolate chips so they’re spread evenly through the batter.
- 5
Transfer the mixture into a prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- 6
Once baked, let it cool fully before spreading the yogurt frosting over the top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend 80% of your oats into flour and leave 20% whole to create the perfect brownie texture - the flour provides structure while whole oats add chewy bite.ingredient80:20 ratio
- ✓Mix wet ingredients at room temperature (68-72°F) because cold ingredients create lumps and prevent proper emulsification with cocoa powder.technique68-72°F
- ✓Bake at 350°F for exactly 25-30 minutes until center springs back lightly when touched - overbaking turns the fudgy texture dry and crumbly.timing350°F, 25-30 minutes
- ✓Cool completely for 2+ hours before frosting because residual heat above 80°F will melt yogurt frosting and create a soggy top layer.timing2+ hours, below 80°F
- ✓Toss chocolate chips in 1 tablespoon of your dry mixture before folding in to prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.technique1 tablespoon coating