Baked Oats with Chocolate Chips and Berries Recipe
Introduction
Baked oats are a warm, comforting breakfast that feels indulgent yet is packed with wholesome ingredients. This recipe combines oats, banana, and your choice of chocolate chips or berries to create a delicious, easy-to-make start to your day.
Ingredients
- 100g porridge oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 banana, peeled and chopped
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs
- Pinch of mixed spice or ground cinnamon
- 100g chocolate chips, blueberries, or raspberries, plus extra to serve
- Flavourless oil, for the ramekins
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/Gas mark 4.
- Step 2: Place the oats in a blender and pulse a few times until they start to resemble flour.
- Step 3: Add the baking powder, chopped banana, maple syrup or honey, eggs, and mixed spice or cinnamon to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Step 4: Stir in the chocolate chips or berries by hand.
- Step 5: Lightly oil four heatproof ramekins, then divide the batter evenly between them.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the baked oats have risen and spring back when lightly pressed.
- Step 7: Scatter extra chocolate chips or berries on top before serving, if desired.
Tips & Variations
- Use frozen berries if fresh are not available, but add them gently to avoid bleeding color into the batter.
- Substitute the eggs with flax eggs for a vegan version.
- Try adding a handful of chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Storage
Store leftover baked oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to one month and thaw overnight in the fridge.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use steel-cut oats instead of porridge oats?
Porridge oats work best because they blend into a smoother texture. Steel-cut oats may not soften enough during baking and could result in a chewier dish.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, use certified gluten-free porridge oats to ensure the dish remains gluten-free.
PrintBaked Oats with Chocolate Chips and Berries Recipe
This wholesome and delicious baked oats recipe combines the heartiness of oats with the natural sweetness of banana and maple syrup. Enhanced with a comforting hint of cinnamon or mixed spice and studded with chocolate chips or fresh berries, these baked oats make for a perfect nutritious breakfast or snack. Baking the oats creates a soft, cake-like texture that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 100g porridge oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of mixed spice or ground cinnamon
- 100g chocolate chips, blueberries, or raspberries, plus extra to serve
Wet Ingredients
- 1 banana, peeled and chopped
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs
- Flavourless oil, for greasing the ramekins
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 4 to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the oats evenly.
- Prepare Oat Flour: Place the porridge oats in a blender and pulse a few times until the oats resemble a coarse flour texture. This will help create a smooth batter.
- Mix Batter: Add the baking powder, chopped banana, maple syrup or honey, eggs, and mixed spice or cinnamon to the blended oats. Whizz everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips or Berries: Gently stir in the chocolate chips or fresh berries to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare Ramekins: Lightly oil four heatproof ramekins with flavourless oil to prevent sticking and ease removal after baking.
- Divide Batter: Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each nearly to the top.
- Bake: Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. The baked oats should rise well and spring back when lightly pressed, indicating they are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with extra chocolate chips or berries if desired, then serve warm for a comforting treat.
Notes
- You can substitute the maple syrup with honey or a sugar-free syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs or a commercial egg replacer, and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Feel free to experiment with your favorite berries or nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Ensure ramekins are heatproof and appropriately sized to allow the batter to rise properly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently before serving.
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