Chocolate Baked Oatmeal (with Strawberries)

Name: Chocolate Baked Oatmeal (with Strawberries)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups old fashioned rolled oats; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; ½ tsp ground ginger; ¼ tsp ground nutmeg; 1 tsp baking powder; ½ tsp table salt; 2 cups whole milk; ⅓ cup pure maple syrup; 1 large egg; 2 TB applesauce; 1 TB pure vanilla extract; ⅔ cup fresh strawberries (chopped); 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

By Amy Dong
Updated Feb. 9, 2025

5 from 1 vote
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This Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with Strawberries is a one-stop shop for a hearty, healthy breakfast any day of the week. It’s make-ahead friendly, wholesome, and undeniably delicious.

Closeup shot of chocolate baked oatmeal with strawberries in a white baking dish. — This Chocolate Baked Oatmeal truly hits the spot. It’s hearty, wholesome, and deeeelish.

Why This Recipe Stands Out

This Chocolate Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Here’s what our family loves about it:

Super Satisfying: The oats and the chocolate in this recipe make for a breakfast that truly hits the spot. It’s hearty, wholesome, and delicious, like our Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Healthy and Decadent: Oats and strawberries make this oatmeal healthy, and chocolate is a classic pairing, as in these Chocolate Covered Strawberries.
Easy to Make: This easy oatmeal bake can be assembled in just minutes.
Great for a Crowd: Like our Baked Blueberry Oatmeal, this recipe is perfect for weekend brunch.
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can bake it the night before and reheat it in the morning for the perfect breakfast for Valentine’s Day or other special occasions.

Key Recipe Ingredients

Rolled Oats – They form the base of our chocolate baked oatmeal, providing a hearty, chewy texture that’s full of fiber.
Ground Cinnamon, Ginger, and Nutmeg – These warm spices add depth and a cozy flavor that complements the chocolate and strawberries.
Pure Maple Syrup – It’s our natural sweetener of choice, adding a rich, caramel-like sweetness that pairs perfectly with the spices.
Applesauce – It keeps the oatmeal moist while reducing the amount of oil or butter needed.
Fresh Strawberries – They add a burst of fruity freshness and a pop of color to our oatmeal.
Semisweet Chocolate Chips – These add a chocolatey, melty contrast to fruit in this baked oatmeal.

Substitutions And Variations

Here are some of our favorite substitutions and variations for this recipe:

Berries: You can easily substitute the strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
Chocolate Chips: Try dark chocolate chips (we love these Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies) or use white chocolate chips.
Nuts: For a crunchy texture, add chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts on top like we do in our Gluten-Free Baked Oatmeal.

Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F and grease an 8×8 baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk together oats, spices, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, egg, applesauce, and vanilla.
Combine the dry and wet mixtures, then stir in half of the chocolate chips. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan.
Add strawberries and remaining chocolate chips to the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below.

How To Prep Ahead

Take a look at our best prep-ahead tips for this recipe:

Prep Dry Ingredients: You can mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl and store this mixture in an airtight container. This can be done several days in advance.
Make Ahead Entirely: You can also bake it the night before, cover it, and allow it to cool at room temperature overnight. In the morning, reheat it in the oven or toaster oven before serving.

Commonly Asked Questions

How do I know when the chocolate baked oatmeal is done baking?

You’ll know the oatmeal is done when the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It usually takes about 35-40 minutes in the oven.

Can I use other fruits besides strawberries?

Yes, you can! Blueberries, raspberries, or sliced bananas work well in this recipe.

What type of oats should I use?

For this recipe, it’s best to use old-fashioned rolled oats. They give the baked oatmeal a hearty texture and hold up well with the other ingredients.

How long does chocolate-baked oatmeal with strawberries keep?

This baked oatmeal can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness and flavor.

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Chocolate Baked Oatmeal (with Strawberries)

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This Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with Strawberries is your one-stop shop for a hearty, healthy, and tasty breakfast any day of the week! Can be made ahead of time.

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 50

Servings: servings

Author: Amy Dong

Ingredients

2 ½ cups old fashioned rolled oats
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp table salt
2 cups whole milk
⅓ cup pure maple syrup
1 large egg
2 TB applesauce
1 TB pure vanilla extract
⅔ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F with rack on middle position. Grease inside of an 8×8 baking pan and set aside.
In a bowl, whisk together the oats, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gently stir the oat mixture with the milk mixture until incorporated. Stir in half of the chocolate chips.
Pour the mixture into greased baking pan. Scatter the berries and remaining chocolate chips evenly over the top.
Bake 35-40 minutes or until top is golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out mostly clean*
Let cool at room temp for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temp, with additional maple syrup, if desired.

Notes

I bake my oatmeal for 38 minutes, but each oven is different. Check for a golden-brown top and clean toothpick inserted in center.
If you bake this up the night before, cover it and let it cool at room temperature overnight. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven the next morning.
This recipe as written results in a tender, deliciously moist baked oatmeal that cuts easily into squares. If you prefer a drier, crispier, crumbly texture, use ½ cup less milk.
This recipe is part of our Sweet Breakfast Recipes Collection.
Serve it warm or at room temperature, with additional maple syrup, if desired.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Course: Breakfast, brunch

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Method: Bake

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