Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Bake

Ingredients

120 g (3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) oat flakes
200 ml (5/6 cup) hot milk
2 eggs
2 bananas
Vanillin (a pinch)
40 g (1/2 cup) bitter cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
Walnuts (as desired)
Chocolate chips (as desired)
100 g (1/2 cup + 2 tbsp) chocolate
40 ml (3 tbsp) boiling milk

Directions

Prepare the Oats
Soak the Oats: In a bowl, combine 120 g of oat flakes with 200 ml of hot milk. Let it soak for 10 minutes.

Prepare the Batter
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash 2 bananas until smooth. Add 2 eggs and a pinch of vanillin, and mix well.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Add 40 g of bitter cocoa and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the banana mixture. Stir until well combined. Incorporate the soaked oats into the mixture.

Assemble the Bake
Prepare the Pan: Grease a baking pan with oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Add Mix-ins: Fold in walnuts and chocolate chips as desired into the batter.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Chocolate Topping
Melt the Chocolate: In a small bowl, combine 100 g of chocolate with 40 ml of boiling milk. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.

Serve
Finish the Bake: Remove the oatmeal bake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top.
Enjoy: Slice and serve warm.

Serving Suggestions
With Fresh Fruit: Pair with fresh berries or sliced fruit.
With Yogurt: Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess.
As a Snack: Enjoy on its own as a satisfying snack.

Cooking Tips
Ripe Bananas: Use ripe bananas for a naturally sweeter flavor.
Nut Options: Substitute walnuts with your favorite nuts like almonds or pecans

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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Nutritional Benefits
Oats: High in fiber and great for digestion.
Bananas: Provide potassium and natural sweetness.
Cocoa: Rich in antioxidants

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Dietary Information
Vegetarian: This recipe is suitable for vegetarians.
Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten-free.