You’ve probably heard about the hype surrounding baked oats, and now it’s time to try my Chocolate Chip Zucchini Baked Oats! What’s amazing is that you can sneak in some veggies effortlessly! Zucchini is perfect for baking—it’s mild in flavor, adds moisture, and is packed with nutrition!
And if the idea of baked oats wasn’t tempting enough, imagine them tasting like the most delicious chocolate chip zucchini bread! That’s exactly what these oats offer, and trust me, you won’t even realize they’re healthy! Even my picky kids couldn’t tell they were eating oats. That’s definitely a win in my book.
Oats are incredibly versatile, and I love exploring all the creative ways to use them! Whether you give these baked oats a try or opt for my Chocolate Chunk Walnut Baked Oats, you’re in for a treat. Consider this your invitation to start baking your oats!
Here’s what you’ll need:
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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Protein Baked Oats
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons grated zucchini (squeeze out excess moisture)
- ½ cup rolled or quick oats (old fashioned oats work too!)
- 1/4 cup milk of your choice
- 1 egg or flax egg substitute
- ½ ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 scoop collagen peptides
- 1 tablespoon cashew or almond butter
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease an oven-safe mug or 6-8 oz ramekin.
- Finely grate the zucchini and remove excess moisture with a paper towel.
- In a blender, combine all ingredients except the zucchini and chocolate chips, and blend until smooth.
- Pour the oat mixture into the mug or ramekin.
- Stir in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and add a splash of milk if desired. Enjoy your delicious baked oats!
