These rich and decadent Double Chocolate Baked Oatmeal Cups are one of my favourite go-to breakfasts that I love to meal prep when planning ahead for a busy schedule. Packed with delicious flavour, these are made with nutritious and wholesome ingredients - making them a great choice for chocolate lovers who are seeking healthier food choices!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
These Baked Oatmeal Cups are perfect for hectic schedules, providing a quick and convenient grab-and-go breakfast or mid-day snack. They're cherished for several reasons:
- Nutritious ingredients - made with simple pantry staples, ensuring each bite is packed with wholesome goodness.
- Easy to make - whether using an oven, toaster oven, or air fryer, they're quick and easy to make.
- Kid-friendly - children love them, making them an ideal choice for a satisfying and nutritious breakfast or snack.
- Versatile - easily customized by adding your favourite mix-ins to suit your taste preferences.
- Flourless - despite their muffin-like texture, they're free from flour, catering to various dietary preferences.
- Time-saving meal prep - ideal for batch cooking, they can be stored in the fridge or freezer, ready to grab-and-go whenever needed—a convenient time-saver.
Ingredients
Please see recipe card below for exact quantities.
- Rolled oats - provide a delightful soft and chewy texture. I recommend old-fashioned rolled oats, but quick oats can also be used.
- Milk - any type of milk will work; I prefer unsweetened almond milk.
- Egg - you can also use a flax egg as a vegan alternative. (See notes below for instructions on how to make it!)
- Maple syrup - I prefer maple syrup as my sweetener of choice. Adjust the amount to your taste or substitute with honey or agave syrup.
- Vanilla extract - adds a burst of vanilla flavour.
- Baking powder - helps the oatmeal cups rise and expand, giving them a fluffy texture.
- Ground cinnamon - adds a subtle spice to enhance the flavour.
- Cocoa powder - I use unsweetened cocoa powder so that I can adjust the sweetness separately. This will give our oatmeal cups the rich, chocolatey flavour.
- Mini chocolate chips - so deliciously gooey and sweet when melted during baking!
- Walnuts - crushed walnuts to add a bit of crunchy texture, nuttiness, and healthy fats to our oatmeal cups.
- Salt - to help bring out the flavours.
Instructions
STEP 1: Into a bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
STEP 2: Into a separate bowl, mix together wet ingredients with a whisk.
STEP 3: Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, as well as the mix-ins, and stir until well combined.
STEP 4: Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray (or use silicone liners). Evenly distribute batter into each muffin cup.
STEP 5: Pre-heat oven at 350°F/177°C, then bake for 25 minutes or until cooked.
Alternatively, pre-heat air fryer at 330°F/165°C, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked.
STEP 6: When done, take it out and check for doneness with a toothpick. If batter sticks to the toothpick, cook for another 2-3 minutes. Let it cool down for a few minutes, then enjoy!
Equipment
When baking these oatmeal cups, you have two great options: using either an oven or an air fryer. Personally, I find my Cosori air fryer or Breville Smart Oven perfect for this recipe and other baking needs. These appliances heat up quickly, ensure even cooking, and consistently produce excellent results.
For baking, I recommend using a 6-cup muffin tin that fits perfectly into my Smart Oven. Alternatively, silicone liners are also suitable - they fit snugly in both a muffin tin and an air fryer. I love using my Oxo silicone liners that are equipped with pull-tabs for easy removal of the oatmeal cups.
Meal Prep and Storage
These oatmeal cups are ideal for meal prep. You can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 3 months. For meal prep, I find Rubbermaid containers particularly convenient due to their various sizes, which simplify organizing and storing meals effectively.
Toasty's Tips
- Add-ins and toppings - customize your oatmeal cups with your favourite ingredients to enhance flavour and nutrition. You can also adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup, honey, or other sweeteners used.
- Substitute for egg - for a vegan option, replace the egg with a flax egg. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens.
- Increase batch size - easily scale up the recipe by using a 12-cup muffin tray and doubling all ingredients to make a larger batch. Adjust the baking time accordingly to ensure thorough cooking.
- Add protein powder - boost the protein content by adding a scoop of protein powder to the batter. If you add more powder, consider adding extra milk to balance any dryness it may cause.
FAQ
My baked oatmeal cups seem undercooked. What do I do?
To ensure your oatmeal cups are thoroughly baked, follow these steps:
- Insert a toothpick into the centre of an oatmeal cup.
- If the toothpick comes out clean without any batter sticking to it, the oatmeal cups are ready.
- If there's batter clinging to the toothpick, continue baking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Check doneness again with a toothpick.
I'm vegan. Can I use something other than an egg?
Absolutely! A "flax egg" is a great vegan substitute for traditional eggs. Here's how you can make it:
- In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water.
- Stir well and let the mixture sit until it thickens.
This flax egg mixture can be used as a replacement for one large egg in recipes. It provides moisture and binding similar to a regular egg, making it a versatile option for vegan baking and cooking.
Other Flavours to Try
Check out these other easy and delicious Baked Oatmeal Cups recipes:
📖 Recipe
Double Chocolate Baked Oatmeal Cups
Suggested Equipment
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1.5 cup rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet ingredients
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 eggs
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 2 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoon chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Into a bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
- Into a separate bowl, mix together wet ingredients with a whisk.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, and stir until well combined.
- Add in your favourite mix-ins, and fold them into the batter.
- Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray (or use silicone liners). Evenly distribute batter into each muffin cup.
- Pre-heat oven at 350°F/177°C, then bake for 25 minutes or until cooked. Alternatively, pre-heat air fryer at 330°F/165°C, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked.
- When done, take it out and check for doneness with a toothpick. If batter sticks to the toothpick, cook for another 2-3 minutes. Let it cool down for a few minutes, then enjoy!
Notes
- Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Add-ins and toppings - customize your oatmeal cups with your favourite ingredients to enhance flavour and nutrition. You can also adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup, honey, or other sweeteners used.
- Substitute for egg - for a vegan option, replace the egg with a flax egg. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens.
- Increase batch size - easily scale up the recipe by using a 12-cup muffin tray and doubling all ingredients to make a larger batch. Adjust the baking time accordingly to ensure thorough cooking.
- Add protein powder - boost the protein content by adding a scoop of protein powder to the batter. If you add more powder, consider adding extra milk to balance any dryness it may cause.
- Adjust sweetness - tailor the sweetness to your preference by adjusting the amount of maple syrup, honey, or other sweeteners used in the recipe. This allows you to achieve the ideal level of sweetness to suit your taste.
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Eric Angelo says
My wife and I love these muffins, they are delicious and so satisfying. I have been looking for a hearty treat for my 10 am break at work and these have been the best I have found, we have made the double chocolate and the banana strawberry. Cant wait to try some of your other recipes
Toasty says
Thank you so much for the comment! I'm so glad you and your wife have been enjoying these muffin cups - and I hope you enjoy giving the other recipes a try!