This chocolate banana hazelnut baked oatmeal is rich, cozy, and naturally sweetened for a satisfying breakfast or snack. Packed with oats, cocoa, bananas, and crunchy hazelnuts, it bakes into a soft and hearty dish.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:3 servings
Category:Breakfast
Method:Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
1 cup (100 grams) rolled or old fashioned oats (gluten-free if necessary)
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
2 handfuls roasted hazelnuts (or raw)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
2 medium bananas (1 mashed, 1 sliced)
1 to 4 tablespoons maple syrup, agave, sugar or granulated sweetener (to taste)
1 cup (240 mls) dairy-free milk
2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375° F (190 °C).
In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, ground flax seeds, hazelnuts, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.
Add the mashed banana, sweetener, and dairy-free milk to the bowl and stir well until fully combined.
Spoon the mixture into a pie dish, baking dish, skillet, or lined cake pan.
Arrange the sliced banana on top and sprinkle with chocolate chips if using.
Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the banana slices are lightly browned at the edges.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
Adjust the sweetness to taste depending on the ripeness of the bananas.
Walnuts or almonds can be substituted for hazelnuts.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.