Blended oats and banana bake into a soft breakfast cake with pockets of melted chocolate. The batter comes together in one blender.
Blending the grains changes Baked Oats from a spoonable porridge into a tender little cake. Banana supplies moisture and sweetness, while an egg and a touch of baking powder help the batter rise around the chocolate chips.
Use rolled oats and a ripe banana with brown freckles. Two wide ramekins cook more evenly than one deep mug, giving you set centers without drying out the edges.
Method
Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two wide 10-ounce ramekins with the butter and set them on a sheet pan.
Blend the rolled oats, banana, egg, milk, maple syrup, baking powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt until the mixture is smooth and no large oat flakes remain.
Divide between the ramekins and stir half the chocolate chips into each. Bake for until the centers are set and a skewer inserted away from chocolate comes out without wet batter.
Cool for before eating from the ramekins; the crumb will firm slightly as the steam escapes.
Forkue tips
- For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats and check the baking powder and chocolate labels.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave with a small splash of milk, or warm covered in a 325°F (165°C) oven to keep the tops from drying.
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Baked Oats: FAQ
Can I make baked oats without banana?
Replace the banana with 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce. The result will be a little less sweet and slightly softer, so check that the center has set.
Why are my baked oats gummy?
A deep dish or an underbaked center is usually the cause. Use the wide ramekins specified and check for wet batter before removing them from the oven.
How do I store and reheat Baked Oats?
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave with a small splash of milk, or warm covered in a 325°F (165°C) oven to keep the tops from drying.
How long does Baked Oats take?
About 35 min in total: 10 min prep and 25 min cooking.
What do I need to make Baked Oats?
The key ingredients are rolled oats, banana, egg, whole milk, maple syrup and baking powder, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Baked Oats?
For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats and check the baking powder and chocolate labels.
