Brownie Baked Oats

Intensity breakdown:

• Mixing: Very low (blender does the work)

• Hands-on work: 5 minutes

• Baking attention: Low (just set a timer)

• Skill level: Beginner-friendly

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🍫 Ingredients

*Makes 2 generous single-serve portions or 1 large breakfast bowl*

• 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (use gluten-free if needed)

• 1 medium ripe banana (the spottier, the sweeter)

• 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)

• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 scoop (30g) chocolate or vanilla protein powder (optional but recommended for texture)

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional; banana alone works for low-sugar)

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease two 8-oz ramekins or a small 6-inch baking dish with coconut oil or cooking spray.

2. Blend the Wet Ingredients

In a high-speed blender, combine:

• Banana (broken into chunks)

• Almond milk

• Maple syrup (if using)

• Vanilla extract

Blend on low for 10 seconds until smooth.

3. Add Dry Ingredients

Add to the blender:

• Rolled oats

• Cocoa powder

• Protein powder (if using)

• Baking powder

• Salt

Blend on medium for 20–30 seconds, scraping down sides once. The batter should be thick but pourable — like a loose brownie batter, not watery.

4. Fold in Chocolate Chips

Pour the batter into a mixing bowl and gently fold in ¼ cup dark chocolate chips with a spatula. This keeps some chips whole for melty pockets.

5. Assemble & Top

Divide batter evenly between ramekins. Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top for that crackly bakery look.

6. Bake

Place ramekins on a small baking sheet (to catch any drips). Bake for 22–25 minutes.

• At 22 minutes: Center will be soft and fudgy (brownie-style)

• At 25 minutes: Firmer, more cake-like

7. Cool Slightly (Important!)

Let cool in the ramekins for 5 minutes. The oats will continue to set as they cool. Do not skip this — eating immediately can taste underdone.

8. Serve

Run a knife around the edge and invert onto a plate, or eat directly from the ramekin. Top with a spoonful of peanut butter, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries.

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📊 Nutrition Information

Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings — based on 1 ramekin using unsweetened almond milk, no added protein powder, 2 tbsp maple syrup total)