Dietitian confession: I love chocolate and I know that many of you do too! So when it occurred to me that I could add cocoa to my oatmeal cups I was on it!
Oats are one of my go-to breakfasts because they provide a great source of energy and fiber for the morning. Adding chia seeds adds more fiber, protein and healthy omega 3 fats. Did you know that two tablespoon of chia seeds have 10 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein, and 4 grams of omega 3? Chia seeds are packed with nutrition! It can be challenging to get enough omega 3 fats in the diet so adding chia seeds to this recipe is perfect.
These chocolate chip oatmeal cups are so rich, tasty, and nutritious. I used the same base recipe from my blueberry walnut baked oatmeal cups (also delicious) and swapped out a couple ingredients. The result: chocolate goodness that you can enjoy for breakfast or any time of the day. Enjoy!
Chocolate Chia Oatmeal Cups
These oatmeal cups are filled with rich chocolate flavor and make the perfect breakfast on the go or snack.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- Cooking spray
Instructions
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Pre-heat oven to 350oF
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Spray a 12 cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Set aside.
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In a bowl add the oats, salt, baking powder, and chia seeds. Set aside.
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In another bowl, whisk 2 eggs. Add 1 cup milk and 1/3 cup honey and mix together.
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Sift the cocoa over the egg mixture and whisk well.
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Add the dry oat mix to the liquid mix and combine all together.
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Scoop the mixture into the muffin tin.
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Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of each oat cup.
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Bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Recipe Notes
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days or in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
To eat, heat up in the microwave for a few seconds or enjoy as is!
Muffin cups may dry up over time. You can add a couple teaspoons of milk before heating it for added moisture.
