SaveChocolate Banana Baked Oats
Single-serve blender baked oats with a molten chocolate middle. Eats like cake, protein of breakfast. The viral version that actually delivers.
Edited by Brian Kaplan·Last updated April 12, 2026
Servings
Est. total: $2.50 · $2.50/serving
Cost estimates are approximate and vary by location, store, season, and brand. Actual prices may differ.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)
- 1 medium ripe banana (the spottier the better)
- 1 piece large egg
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt (pinch)
- 1 piece dark chocolate square (70%, for molten middle)
- 1/8 tsp flaky sea salt (to finish)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-12 oz ramekin.
A deep, narrow ramekin gives cake-like rise; a shallow dish bakes flat.
- 2
Blend oats, banana, egg, milk, maple, cocoa, baking powder, vanilla, and kosher salt until completely smooth, 45 seconds.
- 3
Pour half the batter into the ramekin. Press the chocolate square into the center. Cover with remaining batter.
- 4
Bake 20-22 minutes until puffed and set on top but still slightly jiggly in the center (the chocolate square keeps it molten).
Overbake = dry cake. The jiggle is the point.
- 5
Finish with flaky sea salt. Eat with a spoon directly from the ramekin.
Salt on chocolate is what separates 'fine' from 'crave-worthy'.
Pairs With
Espresso + steamed oat milk
Echoes the oat base; coffee and chocolate are soulmates.
Black, no sugar
Bitter counterpoint to the sweet baked oats.
Ceremonial matcha, oat milk
Grassy matcha balances the banana-chocolate sweetness.
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Cooking Soundtrack
Coffee's brewing. Pancakes on the griddle. No rush. Just acoustic warmth.
Nutrition
Per serving. Estimated values. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Tips
- •Truly ripe bananas matter — black-spotted, almost fermented. Green banana = gluey oats.
- •Dutch cocoa gives a darker, less acidic flavor than natural cocoa.
- •Swap the chocolate square for peanut butter, Nutella, or a frozen raspberry cube.
Substitutions
- banana → 0.33 cup unsweetened applesauce + extra 1 tsp maple
- egg → 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rested 5 min)
- cocoa → extra oats + 1 tsp cinnamon for apple-cinnamon version
Leftovers
Best day-of. Refrigerate covered up to 1 day; microwave 30 seconds with a splash of milk.
Leftover Ideas
Nutrition values are estimates calculated per serving and may vary based on brand, preparation method, and serving size. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. Consult a registered dietitian for specific nutritional needs.
Allergen Notice: Recipes may contain or come into contact with major allergens including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. Always verify ingredient labels for allergen information specific to the brands you use.
Drink pairing suggestions are for adults of legal drinking age only. Please drink responsibly.
Food Safety: Follow USDA safe minimum internal temperatures: Poultry 165°F (74°C), Ground meats 165°F (74°C), Beef/pork/lamb steaks 145°F (63°C) with 3-min rest, Fish 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer — do not rely on visual cues alone. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
