Ingredients:
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
– 1 ripe banana, mashed
– 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
– 1/4 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:
– Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similarly sized dish.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
– In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients:
– In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup (or honey).
5. Combine Ingredients:
– Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
– Stir in the chocolate chips.
6. Bake:
– Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
– Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
– Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Serve:
– Let the baked oats cool for a few minutes before serving.
– Serve warm, optionally with a splash of milk or a dollop of yogurt on top.
Enjoy your double chocolate baked oats as a hearty breakfast or a delicious dessert!
