Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with Protein Frosting
Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with a protein-packed frosting, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. This wholesome dish features a blend of hearty oats, creamy peanut butter, and rich cocoa powder, promising to satiate your chocolate cravings in the healthiest way possible.
The baked oatmeal provides a comforting, warm texture, while the protein frosting adds a sweet, indulgent touch. Whether enjoyed in the morning to kickstart your day or as a guilt-free treat, this Chocolate Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and satisfying choice for any time of day.
Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with Protein Frosting
Indulge in this Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with a protein-packed frosting for a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and cocoa powder, this baked oatmeal is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl for combining oatmeal ingredients
- 8×8 baking pan
- Small bowl for mixing frosting
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat milk or any non-dairy milk of your choice
- 2 cups organic rolled oats
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup organic peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground flax seed
- 1 tbsp organic chia seeds
- Pinch of pink Himalayan salt
- 8×8 pan lightly greased with coconut or avocado oil
- Protein Frosting for individual serving – double if you want to ice the full pan
- 1 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1-2 tbsp non-dairy milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8 baking pan with coconut or avocado oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat milk, rolled oats, maple syrup, peanut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, ground flax seed, chia seeds, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- In a small bowl, mix together the vanilla protein powder and non-dairy milk to make the frosting.
- Once the oatmeal has cooled, drizzle the protein frosting over the top.
- Slice the baked oatmeal into squares and enjoy! Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat before serving, or enjoy cold.
Notes
- You can customize this baked oatmeal by adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to the oatmeal mixture before baking.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup, depending on your preference.
- If you don’t have oat milk, you can use any other non-dairy milk you have on hand.
- The protein frosting is optional but adds an extra boost of protein and flavor to the oatmeal.