Description
This Strawberry Chocolate Baked Oatmeal is a warm and comforting breakfast dish, perfectly sweetened with juicy strawberries and rich chocolate. Made with wholesome oats and simple ingredients, it’s an easy make-ahead meal that feels like a treat but provides nourishing fuel for your morning.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), melted coconut oil (or butter), and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt into the wet mixture, ensuring everything is evenly mixed.
- Add Strawberries and Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped fresh or frozen strawberries and chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour and Spread: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the mixture is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for about 5 minutes before serving to let it firm up slightly and enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use frozen strawberries directly without thawing them to prevent excess moisture.
- For added protein, incorporate protein powder or Greek yogurt into the batter.
- This dish is delicious served warm with a dollop of yogurt or a spread of nut butter.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- It freezes well for up to 2 months in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
