You need just 1 bowl and some simple, wholesome ingredients to make these healthy-ish chocolate chip baked oatmeal cups. They’re ready in about 30 minutes, keep well in the refrigerator, and make a wonderful on-the-go breakfast, snack, or healthier dessert. The whole family, kids included, love them.
These Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Cups Are:
- Quick, easy, & healthy-ish
- Made in 1 bowl, no mixer required
- Soft-baked, moist, & chewy
- Freeze easily
- Dairy free if using dairy-free milk & chocolate chips
- Gluten free if using certified GF oats
- Like a cross between oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and baked oatmeal
But most importantly: adult approved because they’re quick… and have chocolate chips. And kid approved because they’re delicious… and have chocolate chips. A harmonious win for us all.
The little bit of sweetness from our chocolate chips makes them one of my favorite healthy dessert recipes and gluten free dessert recipes. A wholesome breakfast/dessert hybrid you can feel good about!
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If you’re interested in another gluten free muffin option, I always love these blueberry almond muffins.
1 Bowl, No Mixer Recipe
These chocolate chip oatmeal cups require just 1 mixing bowl. No need to break out your mixer, just grab a whisk and a spatula. Whisk all the ingredients (except the chocolate chips) together, and then fold in the chocolate chips. It’s that easy.
Don’t get nervous if your batter looks like this:
It’s supposed to be very liquidy. Spoon into greased muffin cups. The recipe conveniently makes 12 in a standard muffin pan.
Bake for about 30 minutes. EASY!
Warm from the oven, the chocolate chips are all melty, and you can pretend you’re eating chocolate chip cookies. Messy hands will ensue.
I usually prep today’s oatmeal cups or these breakfast cookies in the beginning of the week, then refrigerate them for quick breakfasts and snacks. You can eat them cold straight from the refrigerator, or reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds. They freeze and thaw beautifully, too!
Try these other flavors next: apple cinnamon baked oatmeal cups and pumpkin baked oatmeal cups..
Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Description
These healthy-ish chocolate chip baked oatmeal cups come together quickly and easily in just 1 bowl. They're soft and moist inside with chewy tops and plenty of flavor. Make them ahead and enjoy all week long!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Generously spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick spray. If using muffin liners, spray them with nonstick spray. The oatmeal cups stick to the liners a bit regardless, so I recommend skipping them.
- In a large bowl, whisk all of the ingredients together, except for the chocolate chips. Using a spoon or silicone spatula, fold in the chocolate chips. Batter will be a little liquidy. Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups, making sure both the oats and liquid are in each. Fill all the way to the top.
- Bake for 28–30 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and tops appear set. If the tops are browning very quickly, tent a piece of aluminum foil over the muffin pan.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Cover leftover oatmeal cups tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
