Name: Baked Chocolate Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 9
Ingredients: 2 cups old fashioned oats; ½ cup cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 1 ¾ cups milk; ½ cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ½ cup chocolate chips

Baked Chocolate Oatmeal

Baked chocolate oatmeal is a rich, hearty dish that doubles as breakfast or dessert. Easy to prepare, filled with oats and chocolate, and perfect for families.

I wanted a breakfast that felt indulgent but still had a wholesome side. Regular oatmeal is fine, but baked oatmeal takes it to another level. Adding chocolate made this dish one that my whole family could look forward to. It is hearty, sweet, and comforting.

When I pulled the first pan out of the oven, the smell filled the kitchen. My wife asked if I was baking brownies, and the grandchildren came running to see. They were surprised to find it was oatmeal, and even more excited once they tasted it. It was soft, rich, and had the flavor of dessert while still feeling like breakfast.

This has quickly become one of our go to recipes for weekends and special mornings. It reheats well, so we often make a pan and enjoy it for two or three days. It saves time, tastes amazing, and keeps everyone satisfied.

Questions You May Have About This Recipe

Can I use quick oats instead of old fashioned oats?
Yes, but old fashioned oats give better texture.

Do I need to use cocoa powder and chocolate chips?
Both add depth. Cocoa makes it rich, and chips give melty bites.

Can I make this dairy free?
Yes, use almond milk or oat milk and dairy free chocolate.

Does it taste like dessert?
It does, but it is less sweet and has more fiber than cake or brownies.

Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, wrap portions and freeze up to two months. Reheat in the microwave.

What You Need to Make Baked Chocolate Oatmeal

2 cups old fashioned oats

½ cup cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1 ¾ cups milk

½ cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

½ cup chocolate chips

How to Make Baked Chocolate Oatmeal

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 baking dish.

In a large bowl, mix oats, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, brown sugar, and vanilla.

Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir.

Fold in chocolate chips.

Spread mixture evenly in prepared pan.

Bake 35 to 40 minutes until set.

Cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve warm.

Tips

Add nuts for crunch or dried fruit for extra sweetness.

Serve with a spoonful of yogurt for breakfast balance.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to five days.

Reheat slices in the microwave with a splash of milk.

Reader Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This is the only way my husband eats oatmeal now. It tastes like dessert.” Mary W.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Very rich and filling. I added walnuts and it was perfect.” Daniel S.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “My grandkids thought they were getting brownies for breakfast. They loved it.” Linda K.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Easy to make and reheats well. I use almond milk and it still tastes great.” George T.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I bake this on Sundays and we have breakfast ready all week. A real time saver.” Carol P.

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