Double Chocolate Brownie Baked Oats
Rich, chocolatey, and unbelievably fudgy, these Double Chocolate Brownie Baked Oats taste like dessert but are hearty enough for breakfast.
GLUTEN FREE BREAKFAST RECIPES
Lauren Vasnelis
7/8/2026
Double Chocolate Brownie Baked Oats
Rich, chocolatey, and unbelievably fudgy, these Double Chocolate Brownie Baked Oats taste like dessert but are hearty enough for breakfast. Made with wholesome rolled oats, cocoa powder, almond milk, and plenty of dairy-free chocolate chips, this easy baked oatmeal is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, easy to meal prep, and perfect for busy mornings. Top it with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or your favorite yogurt for an even more decadent breakfast.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Assembly Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Cooling Time: 25 minutes
Ingredient Breakdown
Rolled Oats
Rolled oats create the chewy, brownie-like texture while making this breakfast filling and satisfying. Not all rolled oats are certified gluten-free, so be sure to check the label if you're following a gluten-free diet.
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds help bind everything together while adding fiber and nutrition. If you'd rather skip them, you can substitute 2 eggs instead.
Cocoa Powder
Unsweetened cocoa powder gives these baked oats their rich chocolate flavor. Regular grocery store cocoa powder works perfectly, but if you're looking for an even richer chocolate flavor, cacao powder is a wonderful option.
Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips
Dairy-free chocolate chips make every bite extra chocolatey, but regular chocolate chips work just as well if you don't need the recipe to be dairy-free. If you'd rather not have chocolate chips for breakfast, sweetened cacao nibs are a delicious alternative.
Maple Syrup
Pure maple syrup naturally sweetens the baked oats while adding wonderful flavor. Honey is also a perfect substitute if you don't have maple syrup on hand.
Nut Butter
Peanut butter creates richness and moisture, but almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, or your favorite nut or seed butter all work beautifully.
Ingredients
3 cups rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ cup cocoa powder
2 cups unsweetened almond milk
¾ cup maple syrup
½ cup peanut butter (or any nut or seed butter)
Optional Toppings
Additional dairy-free chocolate chips
Sliced bananas
Sliced strawberries
Fresh mixed berries
Dollops of peanut butter or your favorite nut butter
Maple syrup
Soy yogurt or your favorite yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, dairy-free chocolate chips, baking powder, and cocoa powder.
Stir well, making sure the chia seeds are evenly distributed so they don't clump together.
Add the almond milk, maple syrup, and peanut butter.
Mix until everything is fully combined.
Pour the mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish.
If desired, top with additional dairy-free chocolate chips, sliced bananas, sliced strawberries, fresh berries, or dollops of peanut butter before baking (or after, it's whatever your heart desires)
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the baked oats are completely set in the center.
Allow the baked oats to cool for at least 25 minutes before slicing.
Cut into 4 large servings, or smaller portions if preferred.
Serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or soy yogurt.
Notes
If you'd rather not use chia seeds, substitute 2 eggs.
Mixing the dry ingredients well helps distribute the chia seeds evenly.
These baked oats are delicious warm or cold.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
They're perfect for meal prep and reheat beautifully.
Please check ingredient labels carefully. While all of my recipes are designed to be gluten-free, not every product I use is certified gluten-free. Always verify ingredient labels to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use regular chocolate chips?
Absolutely! I use dairy-free chocolate chips, but regular chocolate chips work just as well.
Can I replace the chia seeds?
Yes! Substitute 2 eggs if you prefer not to use chia seeds.
Can I use a different nut butter?
Definitely. Almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, or any other nut or seed butter all work well.
Is this recipe dairy-free?
Yes! As written, this recipe is dairy-free because it uses unsweetened almond milk and dairy-free chocolate chips. If you substitute regular milk or regular chocolate chips, it will no longer be dairy-free.
What toppings work best?
Fresh bananas, strawberries, mixed berries, maple syrup, peanut butter, soy yogurt, or your favorite yogurt are all delicious options.
How long do these keep?
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Enjoy Life is one of my favorite brands of Dairy Free Chocolate Chips