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Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal

Last updated on September 2, 2020. Originally published January 1, 2018 22 Comments

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Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal is a delicious & nutritious make-ahead breakfast recipe that tastes like dessert! It’s like a peanut butter cup and a brownie got together and made the best breakfast ever! It’s gluten, dairy & refined sugar free and vegan-friendly!

Overhead view of Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal cut into 6 squares with one removed on a plate next to the baking dish

Happy 2018! I’m so thankful to be here with you all for another year, sharing delicious recipes from my kitchen to yours!

In true JoyFoodSunshine fashion we’re going to start the year of right with this Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal! This is a delicious make-ahead breakfast recipe that tastes like dessert! I mean seriously, it’s like a peanut butter cup and a brownie got together and made the best breakfast ever!

However, also in true JoyFoodSunshine fashion this Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal recipe is not only delicious but it’s also nutritious!  It’s gluten, dairy & refined sugar free and vegan-friendly! It’s also incredibly hearty, and is a perfect make-ahead breakfast recipe!

Overhead view of Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal right after being baked in a baking dish

This vegan baked oatmeal recipe tastes like a gooey brownie but is actually a hearty healthy way to start the day! When I let Gabe sneak a taste of this Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal he exclaimed, “This is breakfast?! It tastes like dessert!!!!” That’s how I do mornings folks! Because why not have “dessert” for breakfast?!

I know you all love baked oatmeal, and for good reason! It’s so versatile, healthy and easy to make! Plus, I am all about baking once and enjoying the fruits of my labor all week long! This version is always a favorite, and you can’t forget to give this one or this one a try either!

Overhead view of Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal with a peanut butter drizzle

How to make Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal 

This is another simple recipe that doesn’t really need much explanation about the way it’s made! However, as always, here are a few tips to ensure your culinary success!

  1. Warm peanut butter. I used Crazy Richards, which only has one ingredient – peanuts! This means that it’s super smooth and easy to stir into the rest of the ingredients. If you are using a firmer peanut butter I recommend gently warming it before mixing it into the rest of the wet ingredients! 
  2. Vegan version. If you want to make this recipe vegan you will need to make your own flax or chia “egg.” Be sure to mix this together before doing any of the other steps so that it has time to gel!

overhead view of six photos showing the steps in how to make this chocolate peanut butter baked oatmeal recipe

Front view of a piece of Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal on a plate

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal: Substitutions

I made this recipe many times until I finally got it tasting exactly the way I envisioned! There are a few possible substitutions, but as always, I recommend making the recipe exactly as written!

  • Coconut sugar. Any granulated sugar works perfectly in this recipe! I have also used organic cane sugar with great success!
  • Peanut butter. Any nut or seed butter should work in this recipe, however I have only tried using peanut butter and can only personally vouch for it’s deliciousness!
  • Honey. Maple syrup tastes equally delicious if you’re looking for a vegan option!
  • Egg. For an egg-free, vegan option mix 1 TBS ground chia seeds or ground flaxseed with 2.5 TBS of hot water. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 5 minutes or until a gel forms!
  • Almond milk. Any dairy-free or dairy-full milk works perfectly in this recipe!

Overhead view of healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal on a plate with a bite taken out of it on a fork next to it

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal

Laura
Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal is a delicious & nutritious make-ahead breakfast recipe that tastes like dessert! It's like a peanut butter cup and a brownie got together and made the best breakfast ever! It's gluten, dairy & refined sugar free and vegan-friendly! 
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 squares
Calories 247 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ cups quick cooking oats
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup honey (vegan: pure maple syrup)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten (Vegan: 1 TBS ground chia seeds mixed with 2 ½ TBS hot water)
  • ¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips optional
  • Extra peanut butter to drizzle optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x9” square baking pan and set aside.
  • For Vegan Version: Mix 1 TBS ground chia seeds with 2 ½ TBS hot water. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl mix together quick cooking oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, sea salt and coconut sugar. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl mix applesauce, peanut butter, and honey (or maple syrup), vanilla and egg (or chia egg) together until combined.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Add almond milk and stir until batter is homogenous.
  • Add chocolate chips (if desired) and stir until combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 9x9” baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is set and slightly springs back when touched and the edges are just barely brown!
  • Let cool for at least 10 minutes, then cut into squares and enjoy!
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave or enjoy cold!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 34.7gProtein: 8.2gFat: 10.7gSaturated Fat: 1.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.9gCholesterol: 23.3mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 93.7mgFiber: 4.3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 0.6mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 1.4mg
Keyword baked oatmeal, baked oatmeal recipe, healthy baked oatmeal, vegan baked oatmeal
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Overhead view of Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal cut into 6 squares with one removed on a plate next to the baking dish

More healthy breakfast recipes (with peanut butter)

  • These healthy breakfast bars are my all-time favorite recipe. 
  • Start your day with aChocolate Peanut Butter Green Smoothie is so good, it’s like drinking a peanut butter cup (but it’s full of healthy ingredients) 
  • Who doesn’t love Blender Peanut Butter Banana Waffles that are healthy?! 
  • Can’t go wrong with healthy Peanut Butter Granola is a reader favorite!
  • These peanut butter overnight oats are so yummy, and they’re a great meal prep recipe!
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Oat Bran is quick, easy, delicious and healthy! 

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  1. Paris

    November 25, 2020 at 7:08 pm

    5 stars
    So yummy! Made this with only 1/2 cup of applesauce (that’s all I had on hand) and subbed in an extra 1/4 cup of milk + 2 tsp of coconut oil. Also added a scoop of chocolate protein powder because why not — and it turned out great! Texture was almost like cake with some oats for texture. Will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
  2. Michelle

    May 17, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    Can I use regular milk?

    Reply
    • Laura

      May 17, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      Yes absolutely!

      Reply
  3. Kelly

    January 6, 2019 at 10:39 pm

    This recipe is really yummy and quite versatile. I’ve made it as written but have also swapped the applesauce out for yogurt or sour cream with great results and have added in chopped bananas. I often end up skipping the chocolate chips because it is pretty chocolatey just with the cocoa powder.

    Reply
    • Laura

      January 7, 2019 at 7:05 am

      Thank you so much for letting me know all the ways you enjoy this recipe Kelly!

      Reply
  4. Julia

    May 30, 2018 at 8:48 pm

    I realize it probably isn’t vegan, but my mother in law bought us a Costco size container of Nutella and I am looking for ways to use it up. (We just don’t use it enough and I’m afraid it will go bad.)
    Could I possibly, somehow, substitute the Nutella for cocoa powder? 😊

    Reply
    • Laura

      May 30, 2018 at 9:33 pm

      I’d recommend replacing the PB with Nutella! You might still want to add the cocoa powder for extra chocolate flavor!

      Reply
  5. Kara

    February 22, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    If I do not have applesauce, what could I use as a substitute?

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 22, 2018 at 2:37 pm

      An equal amount of mashed, ripe banana will work. However the end result will have a banana flavor! I recommend running out to the store to buy applesauce! Or make your own by cooking some apples and blending them in your blender!

      Reply
  6. Kelly

    January 21, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    Can you use natural peanut butter?

    Reply
    • Laura

      January 21, 2018 at 2:53 pm

      Yes absolutely! That is what I use!

      Reply
  7. Maria Elena

    January 13, 2018 at 7:19 am

    5 stars
    I stumbled upon this recipe and I’m so glad ai did! It’s delicious!! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  8. Kami

    January 9, 2018 at 1:09 pm

    What’s a healthy brand of cocoa powder to use, anyone know? This looks so good!

    Reply
  9. Tami

    January 6, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    Is regular oatmeal ok?

    Reply
    • Laura

      January 6, 2018 at 10:08 pm

      Yes! It will just have a chewier texture and may need to bake a touch longer!

      Reply
  10. Vesna Misoska

    January 4, 2018 at 7:08 pm

    I was gonna make the one with banana, but you got me with this chocolate one. Guess what I’m making tonight!

    Reply
    • Vesna Misoska

      January 5, 2018 at 10:48 am

      BTW, I made it last night, and Pablo and I tried a bite. When I told him what it was he said, “It looks and tastes like a brownie.” Thanks for sharing! 🙂 It’s hard not to eat the whole batch…

      Reply
      • Laura

        January 5, 2018 at 4:34 pm

        YAY! I’m so glad you and Pablo love it Vesna!!!! <3 It actually took me a significant number of trial runs to get it tasting enough like a brownie for my liking! LOL! 🙂

        Reply
  11. Alisa Fleming

    January 4, 2018 at 10:55 am

    This looks almost like dessert! I love the ingredients you use in it – things I always keep on hand.

    Reply
  12. Emily Swanson

    January 3, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    First of all the video was BEAUTIFUL Laura, and second of all brownie oatmeal for breakfast sounds INCREDIBLE! I love how you always make your oatmeal recipes so simple.

    Reply
  13. Maria

    January 3, 2018 at 4:18 pm

    This looks incredible! Especially with that peanut butter drizzle!

    Reply
  14. Jenn

    January 3, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    I am a huge fan of baked oatmeal too. My kids gobble up all kinds of flavors. This looks so decadent!! But so healthy too! YUM!

    Reply

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