Indulge in a chocolate lover’s dream with this Vegan Snickers Baked Oatmeal recipe. Imagine biting into a warm, gooey oatmeal that tastes just like a Snickers bar, but with a healthy twist. Plus, it only takes 5 minutes to prep!
This vegan breakfast treat is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it the perfect way to start your day. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to making baked oatmeal, this recipe is a breeze. Simply mix all the dry ingredients together, add in the wet ingredients, pour it into a greased baking dish, and let it bake for 30 minutes. Voila, a delicious and healthy breakfast that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. See the full recipe below. If you enjoy this recipe you will love my snickers overnight oats recipe here.
Ingredients and Substitutions
This Snickers Baked Oatmeal recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients that create a decadent yet healthy treat. Here’s a breakdown of the key ingredients and some substitution options:
- Rolled Oats: The base of this recipe, rolled oats provide a chewy texture and are full of fiber. If you prefer a different texture, you can use steel-cut oats for a heartier bite or quick oats for a softer consistency. For those who enjoy the creamy texture of overnight oats recipes, this baked version offers a similar experience but with a warm twist.
- Plant Milk: Non-dairy milk like almond, cashew milk, or oat milk works perfectly here. The plant milk keeps this recipe vegan and adds a subtle flavor. Feel free to use your favorite non-dairy milk; just ensure it’s at room temperature to mix evenly. If you aren’t using a vanilla flavored milk, feel free to add 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract if desired.
- Peanut Butter: This gives the oatmeal a rich, nutty flavor reminiscent of Snickers. For a different nutty taste, you can substitute with almond butter or cashew butter. Opt for a high protein peanut butter to boost the protein content.
- Cacao Powder: Adds that classic chocolatey flavor without added sugars. If you’re out of cacao powder, unsweetened cocoa powder works too.
- Maple Syrup: A natural sweetener that balances the rich flavors. If you need a substitution, try agave syrup or a homemade vegan caramel syrup for an extra indulgent taste.
- Chia and Flax Seeds: These superfoods not only add fiber and omega-3s but also help bind the oatmeal. If you don’t have chia or flax seeds, you can substitute with extra oats or a scoop of protein powder to increase the protein content.
- Medjool Dates: Their natural sweetness complements the chocolate and peanut butter, making this oatmeal taste like a dessert. You can substitute with raisins, dried figs, or even chocolate chips for a sweeter touch.
- Salted Peanuts: Topping the oatmeal with salted peanuts adds crunch and enhances the Snickers vibe. If you’re avoiding nuts, try toasted coconut flakes or sunflower seeds.
Chocolate Icing
Additionally, to make the healthy chocolate icing that goes on top of the baked oatmeal, you will need:
- Peanut butter or almond butter: Either peanut butter or almond butter can be used in the icing to add richness and creaminess.
- Cacao powder: Cacao powder is used in the icing to give it a chocolatey flavor.
- Pure maple syrup: Pure maple syrup is used to sweeten the icing.
- Plant milk: Any type of plant milk can be used to thin out the icing to the desired consistency.
- Pure vanilla extract: Vanilla extract is used to add flavor to the icing.
Helpful Tools
Making this Snickers Baked Oatmeal is a breeze, especially with the right tools:
- 7×10 Baking Dish: This size is perfect for achieving a nice thickness and even baking. If you don’t have this exact size, an 8×8 square dish or similar will work too.
- High-Powered Blender or Food Processor: You’ll need this to whip up the smooth, rich chocolate sauce for the topping. If you don’t have a high-powered blender, a regular one or even a handheld mixer will do the job with a little extra effort.
- Spatula: A spatula is handy for mixing the oatmeal ingredients and spreading the chocolate icing evenly.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons: Precision is key to achieving the right texture and flavor balance, so having these tools on hand is essential.
How to Make This a High Protein Baked Oatmeal
To turn this delicious oatmeal into a high protein baked oatmeal, you can easily incorporate more protein-rich ingredients:
- Protein Powder: Adding a scoop or two of your favorite protein powder to the oat mixture is an easy way to boost protein content. Choose a flavor that complements the recipe, such as chocolate or vanilla, to enhance the overall taste.
- High Protein Peanut Butter: Using a high protein version of peanut butter will naturally increase the protein content without altering the flavor profile.
- Soy Milk: Soy milk has a higher protein content than other plant based milks such as almond milk. This will add an extra boost of protein to your baked oatmeal.
- Greek Yogurt: For those who aren’t strictly vegan, stirring in a bit of Greek yogurt into the oat mixture can add creaminess and extra protein.
- Egg Whites: Another option for non-vegans is to incorporate egg whites into the oat mixture. This not only adds protein but also helps bind the ingredients together.
- Nuts and Seeds: Increasing the amount of chia seeds, flax seeds, or adding more chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts can also contribute to the protein content and adds in some extra healthy fats.
- High Protein Peanut Butter Icing: Enhance the topping by mixing your peanut butter with protein powder before blending it with the other icing ingredients. This way, you get a protein-packed layer of icing that complements the oatmeal perfectly.
By incorporating these tweaks, you’ll have a high protein baked oatmeal that’s perfect for busy mornings and makes the ultimate decadent breakfast. With only a few minutes of prep time, you have a high-protein snack or breakfast which can be eaten all week long!
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How To Make This Vegan Snickers Baked Oatmeal
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
In a 7×10 inch baking dish, add all the ingredients for the oatmeal bake and mix well to combine. Be sure to stir until everything is evenly distributed.
Bake the oatmeal at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the oatmeal is cooked through.
While the oatmeal is baking, make the chocolate icing. In a high-powered blender or food processor, add all the icing ingredients and blend until smooth. Try not to eat all the icing before the oatmeal bake comes out of the oven. 😉
Once the oatmeal bake is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Spread the chocolate icing evenly over the top of the oatmeal bake.
Sprinkle the chopped salted peanuts over the icing, making sure they are evenly distributed.
Serve the Vegan Snickers Baked Oatmeal while it is still warm and enjoy!
This dish can be served as a delicious and healthy breakfast or dessert option. It can also be made ahead of time and reheated later for a quick and easy meal.
Tips & Tricks For This Vegan Snickers Baked Oatmeal Recipe
- Use ripe, chopped Medjool dates to add natural sweetness to the oatmeal bake.
- For extra protein and texture, add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds to the oatmeal bake mixture.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
FAQ: Vegan Snickers Baked Oatmeal
It can last for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Yes, baked oatmeal is a nutritious breakfast option that is loaded with fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. This vegan snickers baked oatmeal recipe is also free of added sugar, fat, and cholesterol.
Yes, just make sure your oats are certified gluten-free.
Vegan Snickers Healthy Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups plant milk
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup cacao powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp ground flax seeds
- 3 large chopped medjool dates
- 2 tbsp chopped salted peanuts (for topping)
Healthy Chocolate Icing
- ½ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- 4 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 4-5 tbsp plant milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add all the ingredients for the oatmeal bake into the 7×10 baking dish and mix well to combine.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
- While the oats are baking, make the chocolate icing.
- Add all the icing ingredients to a high-powdered blender or a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Spread the icing onto the oatmeal bake, and sprinkle the chopped salted peanuts evenly overtop. Serve, and enjoy!
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Conclusion
This vegan Snickers baked oatmeal recipe is the perfect way to start your day with a delicious and healthy breakfast. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor and nutrients and can be customized to fit your dietary needs. So, whether you’re a vegan or simply looking for a nutritious breakfast option, give this recipe a try and enjoy a dairy-free treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Wow this is so good! I’m a big fan of chocolate and this is not too sweet and a great breakfast item. I also enjoy it for a snack anytime of the day actually. Love it! Thank you for sharing 😀
Thanks so much for trying out my recipe, and yes it’s not too sweet, my husband loves this recipe as well!
Amazing recipe thank you! I could eat this for breakfast all week lol Also just made your baked oatmeal with berries and that was very nice as well.
You’re welcome! So happy that you liked it, it’s defiantly a great vegan breakfast idea!
Loved this baked oatmeal!! Wouldn’t even know it didn’t contain any eggs. Tastes the best when it’s warm straight out of the oven! Super moist and delicious 🤤
Thank you so much for trying it out!
Delicious!! Don’t even know that it would be vegan. I want to put this on my cake for my nephew birthday next weekend 🎊
Hi Danielle, Thanks so much for the review, and it would taste great on the cake!!
This was excellent!
Thank you so much!
This was sooo good and did remind me of a snickers flavor, great recipe!
Thanks so much Maria, so happy you enjoyed it!
Yum this was such a delicious recipe and quite easy to make. I loved the vegan frosting so tasty, didn’t even notice it was missing any dairy either
Thanks so much Heather!