Chocolate Chip Oat Cake
on May 24, 2021, Updated Jun 29, 2024
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Having my Chocolate Chip Oat Cake for breakfast feels decadent, but it’s actually a healthy way to start the day! Oat cakes are my favorite breakfast treat and I have so many versions on my website. The combination of fibrous oats plus protein and fat-filled ๐ฅ nut milk and egg will keep you satiated for hours and by adding a handful of ๐ซ chocolate chips your morning sweet tooth will be satisfied.
Why You’ll Love Chocolate Chip Oat Cake
This Chocolate Chip Oat Cake comes together so quickly and is the perfect little breakfast for one. You can have a bunch prepped for the ๐๏ธ week and ready to go, or double and triple the batch and bake in a muffin tin. The flavor options are absolutely endless: add dried fruits, nuts, coconut, cinnamon, and ๐ berries so every day is a different flavor profile.
How to Prepare
๐ฅ Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
๐ฅ Add the oats, baking powder, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and milk to a blender. Then blend until a smooth batter forms.
๐งโ๐ณ Pour the batter into a ramekin or divide it among the wells of a muffin tin.
๐ซ Top with chocolate chips, if using.
โฒ๏ธ Bake for about 30 minutes or until the center of the cake is set and no longer jiggly.
Nonna’s Tip โ๏ธ
Let this cool before eating. Youโll know itโs ready when thereโs no โjiggleโ in the center.
Variations and Substitutions for Chocolate Chip Oat Cake
- You can certainly use any nut or dairy-free milk you like. I prefer almond milk, but ๐ฅฅ coconut or oat milk will absolutely work as well.
- To make the cake dairy-free or vegan, use a flax egg and opt for dairy-free ๐ซ chocolate chips.
- Feel free to add any other ingredients to this oat cake: coconut, dried or ๐ fresh fruits, or chopped nuts.
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Best Served With
- A scoop of ice cream, my Cottage Cheese Ice Cream, or non-dairy ice cream would be divine on top of the warm oat cake.
- Serve this Chocolate Chip Oat Cake with fresh fruit and a dollop of whipped cream or whipped ๐ฅฅ coconut cream on top.
- Serve this for breakfast with yogurt on top and fresh ๐ berries.
Common Questions
Yes, as written this Chocolate Chip Oat Cake recipe is gluten-free but to be sure, make sure to check that the label on your oats says “gluten-free” as well.
When using baking powder, always check the expiration date. Expired baking powder will not help your recipe rise in the oven, and you’ll have a sad, deflated cake.
To make the cake dairy-free or vegan, be sure to use a non-dairy milk, a flax egg and opt for dairy-free chocolate chips as well.
Not at all! If you don’t have a blender, you can use oat flour instead of oats, and then mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl, using a spoon.
Yes, you can also add dried fruits, fresh berries, or shredded coconut to customize the recipe.
Yes, you can certainly double or even triple this Honey Walnut Oat Cake recipe. Use a larger baking dish and adjust the baking time if necessary. Ensure the batter is evenly spread out in the dish.
Chocolate Chip Oat Cake
Equipment
Ingredients
- ยฝ cup rolled oats
- ยฝ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 egg, or 1/4 cup egg whites
- ยฝ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ยฝ cup unsweetened almond milk, any nut milk
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
- Add the oats, baking powder, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and milk to a blender and blend until a smooth batter forms.
- Pour the batter into a ramekin or divide it among the wells of a muffin tin. Any oven-safe dish will work, as long as the batter fills no more than 3/4 of the dish (the batter will rise and expand in the oven). Top with chocolate chips, if using.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the center of the cake is set and no longer jiggly.
