Black Forest Baked Oatmeal!

Black Forest Baked Oatmeal — inspired by the classic cake but made WW-friendly, perfect for meal prep, and packed with chocolate-cherry goodness! 🍒🍫

🍒 Black Forest Baked Oatmeal

Servings: 6
WW Points®: 2–4 per serving (depending on ingredients & plan)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: ~50 minutes

📝 Ingredients:

2 cups old-fashioned oats

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 3/4 cups unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)

1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce

1 egg (or 1/4 cup egg whites for lower points)

1/4 cup zero-calorie sweetener (e.g., monk fruit, stevia)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp almond extract (optional but recommended)

1 cup pitted chopped cherries (fresh or frozen, thawed & drained)

2 Tbsp mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8×8 baking dish with non-stick spray.

Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together milk, applesauce, egg, sweetener, vanilla, and almond extract.

Combine:
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Gently fold in cherries and chocolate chips.

Bake:
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until set in the center and slightly crisp on top.

Cool & Serve:
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled!

💡 Tips & Variations:

Add 1 scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder for extra protein (adjust liquids slightly).

Top with light whipped cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a dessert-like twist.

Keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days — reheats beautifully!