Chocolate Protein Baked Oats - TikTok Recipe - Wholly Tasteful (2024)

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How to make chocolate protein baked oats

STEP 1:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray four8-oz ramekinswith non-stick spray (I usethis avocado oil spray)

STEP 2:Place all the ingredients in a blender except for chocolate chips.

Air Fryer Instructions

If you have an air fryer, I highly recommend using it for making baked oats because it cuts the baking time in half. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 minutes. Carefully place the ramekins in your air fryer and air fry for 10 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the middle of the ramekin. If it comes out mostly clean, your baked oats are ready. I use an8-quart air fryer from GoWiseand it fits all 4 ramekins but if your air fryer is smaller, you may need to make the baked oats in two batches.

Can I make these in the microwave?

Yes! Personally, I prefer the texture of baked oats made in the oven or air fryer better. However, if you have no time but really crave baked oats, place the ramekins in the microwave (one at a time) and start by nuking it for 90 seconds. If the top still looks jiggly and raw, microwave for 30 seconds more. Insert the toothpick in the middle to check for doneness. If still raw, keep cooking in 30 second increments until the baked oats look cooked and do the toothpick test. If it comes out mostly clean, your baked oats are ready.

Can I make these baked oats vegan?

You can make these vegan by replacing eggs with chia or flax eggs or simply by increasing the amount of almond milk to 1.5 cups. Make sure to also check my recipe for fully vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Baked Oats.

Can I make these if I have no ramekins?

Yes, you can. Use whatever oven-safe mugs or cups you have (thesesmall Pyrex containersor similar oven-safe glass containers would be excellent ramekin replacements). If your oven safe containers hold less or more than 8 ounces, adjust the baking time accordingly. You can also use a muffin tin to make baked oats though it’s not quite the same.

Can I store the leftovers?

Yes. If you have any uneaten baked oats, let them cool completely, cover each ramekin with Serene wrap and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. When ready to serve, remove the wrap and serve cold or warm up in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Variations and substitutions

This recipe is for basic chocolate baked oats that are high in protein. However, no one said you can’t make them more fun! Here are some ways you can spruce up your chocolate baked oats:

• Add somechopped nuts(walnuts, pecans, almonds) to the batter for a nice crunch.

• Add a swirl of your favoritenut butter(peanut, almond, cashew) or drop a spoonful of nut butter in the center of each ramekin before baking for a soft and delicious, gooey center.
• Addfresh or frozen berriesto the batter: whole blueberries or raspberries, halved and pitted cherries, chopped strawberries. Raspberries and cherries work exceptionally well with chocolate.
• Use whateverchocolate chipsor chunks you like: dark, milk or white chocolate will all work.
• Top cooked baked oats witha drizzle of peanut or almond butterfor an additional yet delicious protein boost.
• Serve witha side of seasonal fruitand a cup of tea or coffee for the ultimate healthy and decadent breakfast, snack or dessert.

Other ideas for baking with oats

• Banana Blueberry Baked Oats
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oats
• Pumpkin Blended Baked Oats
• Biscoff Baked Oats
• Healthy Banana Oat Bread
• Strawberry Oat Muffins

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