Vegan Brownie Baked Oatmeal

This vegan brownie baked oatmeal tastes like chocolate brownies in the form of a cozy bowl of oatmeal. This dish is perfect for a decadent breakfast on Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or any other special occasion. Or enjoy them as a nutrient-packed dessert.

Ingredients and Substitutions

These baked oats get their chocolaty flavor from a combination of cocoa powder and dark chocolate. I used natural cocoa powder, but Dutch-process or even raw cacao powder work too. You can substitute chocolate chips instead of the chopped dark chocolate if you like.

Vegan brownie baked oatmeal with sliced strawberries on top in a glass bowl.

Rolled oats are loaded with fiber and nutrients such as iron, magnesium, and B vitamins. They add a warm, nutty flavor and a chewy texture to these oats.

I sweetened this dish with pure maple syrup. You can substitute coconut sugar or any other sweetener you prefer, in which case add an extra quarter of a cup of milk if you’re using a dry sweetener.

I used unsweetened soy milk in these oats, but any type of unsweetened plant-based milk is fine. Almond milk and oat milk are my other favorites.

Vanilla extract complements the chocolaty flavor of these oats perfectly. I recommend using pure vanilla extract as opposed to artificial vanilla flavoring if possible because you can really taste the difference.

Optional Additions

For an extra layer of flavor and texture, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.

How to Make Vegan Brownie Baked Oatmeal

Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Next you’ll add the milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a mixing bowl, then use a whisk to mix until combined.

Brown batter in a glass mixing bowl with a whisk.

Add the rolled oats and chopped dark chocolate to the mixing bowl, then use a spoon to mix well.

Ingredients for brownie baked oatmeal in a glass mixing bowl.

Transfer that mixture to an 8-inch baking, then bake for 30 minutes.

How to Serve It

Serve hot or warm. I like to top these oats with some sliced strawberries before serving.

Baked brownie oatmeal sprinkled with strawberry slices in a bowl.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

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Vegan Brownie Baked Oatmeal Recipe

This vegan brownie baked oatmeal tastes like chocolate brownies in the form of a cozy bowl of oatmeal. This dish is perfect for a decadent breakfast on Valentine's Day, Christmas, or any other special occasion.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 367.8kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant-based milk (I used soy milk)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate (or substitute chocolate chips)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant-based milk, 1/3 cup cocoa powder, 1/3 cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon salt to a mixing bowl, then use a whisk to mix until combined.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups rolled oats and 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate to the mixing bowl, then use a spoon to mix well.
  • Transfer that mixture to an 8-inch baking dish.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Serve hot or warm.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
  • Optional additions include 1/2 cup of chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.

Nutrition

Calories: 367.8kcal | Carbohydrates: 54.6g | Protein: 9.7g | Fat: 13.8g | Saturated Fat: 6.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.1g | Cholesterol: 0.7mg | Sodium: 116.6mg | Potassium: 546.6mg | Fiber: 8.6g | Sugar: 22.3g | Vitamin A: 197.2IU | Calcium: 183.3mg | Iron: 5.3mg
Brownie baked oatmeal in a glass bowl with a spoon.
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2 thoughts on “Vegan Brownie Baked Oatmeal”

  1. 5 stars
    This was easy and awesome, the whole family enjoyed and I used superfood oatmeal with chia, so I felt good about getting some nutrition in with our weekend dessert, plus the strawberries– we scored 2 of Fuhrman’s recommended daily GBombs (greens beans onion mushroom berries seeds)! Thank you Jennifer!!!!

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