Cherry Chocolate Chunk Baked Oatmeal

oatmeal slice on a white plate with a drizzle of honey and a bite on a silver fork

Cherry Chocolate Chunk Baked Oatmeal

Cherry Chocolate Chunk Baked Oatmeal is a simple, one bowl recipe that's loaded with flavor. Filled with healthier ingredients, this make-ahead breakfast is perfect for everyone!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword cherry chocolate chunk baked oatmeal

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 38

Total Time 48

Servings

Calories 308

Author Gayle

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups milk (any kind)
2 eggs
¼ cup honey (or pure maple syrup)
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
2 cups old-fashioned oats
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1½ cups frozen cherries, halved (I used frozen dark sweet cherries)
1 cup dark chocolate chunks (or chocolate chips)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Add in the oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and stir well until fully combined. Fold in cherries and chocolate chunks.
Spread mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake for 38-45 minutes, or until oatmeal is firm. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Serve with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, if desired.

Notes

Baked oatmeal will keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to five days.
If frozen, oatmeal will keep in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
See my tips and tricks for making this Cherry Chocolate Chunk Baked Oatmeal above the recipe box.

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