Chocolate Zucchini Baked Oatmeal

It's been quite a long time since I've shared a recipe for baked oatmeal. I devoted most of July to stove-top recipes and had little ambition for heating up the oven.

I made an exception for this recipe. I came in possession of a zucchini from the farmers' market in my hometown before I left for New York, and I knew I had to attempt this recipe. I don't buy zucchinis often, so it was now or never.
I wanted to make a wide departure from the other zucchini recipes I've used, so instead of something zucchini-bread related, I went the dessert route and turned it into a pseudo-brownie. You're welcome!

To be totally transparent, I'd rather have plain Zucchini Bread Baked Oatmeal, but I still enjoyed this very much!

Chocolate Zucchini Baked Oatmeal

by The Oatmeal Artist

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 25 min

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Ingredients (serves 1)

• 1/2 c shredded zucchini
• 1/3 c milk
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 c oats
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1 rounded tbsp cocoa powder
• Pinch salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F and spray a single-serving ramekin with non-stick spray.
2. In a large bowl, mix zucchini, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Add in dry ingredients: oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir until combined. If you want, add a handful of chocolate chips!
4. Transfer to the ramekin and bake for 20-25 minutes.

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