Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (180g) Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (ensure they are certified gluten-free if necessary)
- 1/2 cup (90g) Packed Light Brown Sugar (or substitute with maple syrup or coconut sugar)
- 1/3 cup (65g) Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 cups (480ml) Milk (dairy or any plant-based milk like almond, soy, or oat milk will work)
- 1/4 cup (56g) Unsalted Butter, melted (or coconut oil)
- 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch square baking dish with butter, coconut oil, or non-stick cooking spray. This is a crucial step to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the old-fashioned rolled oats, brown sugar, 1/3 cup of chocolate chips, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk everything together until it’s evenly combined. This ensures that the leavening agent and spices are distributed throughout the oatmeal for a consistent flavor and texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium-sized bowl, crack the two large eggs and whisk them lightly. Add the milk, melted butter (make sure it’s not too hot, or it could scramble the eggs), and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until the wet ingredients are fully emulsified and smooth.
- Mix Together: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the large bowl containing the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the oats to remain distinct and not become mushy. Stop mixing as soon as you no longer see any dry oat patches.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the oatmeal mixture into your prepared baking dish and use the spatula to spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips evenly over the top. This will create those irresistible, melty chocolate pools on the surface.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes. The baked oatmeal is done when the center is set (it shouldn’t jiggle when you gently shake the pan) and the edges are golden brown and slightly pulled away from the sides of the dish. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean, with maybe a few moist crumbs attached.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting period is essential; it allows the oatmeal to firm up, making it much easier to cut into clean squares. If you cut into it too soon, it will be more like porridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One Normal Portion
- Calories: 295 kcal