Chocolate Pecan Baked Oatmeal

With this chocolate pecan baked oatmeal, you can enjoy Thanksgiving dessert, for breakfast, without the stretch pants!

Pee-cans! Get your pee-cans here!

Or...is it puh-kahn?

How do you say it?

I use pecans year-round, but they are very popular around Thanksgiving. Pecan pie and it's chocolatey cousin are turkey-day dessert-table staples. Pecans and chocolate go beautifully together! Just ask the DeMet's Turtle Company...

Pecans come from a tree that is a member of the hickory family. There are over 1,000 different types and these nuts love the heat! Turns out, the United States produces the most pecans. They are grown in 15 different states. 

Mostly known as a high source of fat and calories, pecans also have carbs, protein, and fiber. Some people even refer to them as a nutrition powerhouse! They're also a great source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Most of the fat is monounsaturated, aka one of the good fats, known for helping to reduce bad cholesterol levels. Plus, pecans have omega-3 fats, commonly found in fish, nuts, and seeds. These provide energy and help support a healthy body.

Watch out for roasted pecans- as they're often coated with unhealthy oil and/or covered in sugar. Also, store pecans and other nuts in the fridge for a longer shelf life!

For this recipe, there are a number of ways you can include pecans...

  • Chopped and mixed into the batter
  • Mixed with melted butter and/or brown sugar and baked on top of the oatmeal
  • Mixed with maple syrup and baked on top of the oatmeal
  • A combination of these methods! (Just remember that pecans quickly add calories and fat)

Muffin Pan with Chocolate Pecan Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients in Chocolate Pecan Baked Oatmeal

  • Butter or Coconut Oil
  • Applesauce
  • Brown Sugar
  • Maple Syrup
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla
  • Baking Powder
  • Flour (I use oat flour)
  • Milk (can use dairy free)
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Old-Fashioned or Rolled Oats
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Pecans
  • Optional: Protein Powder

 

Is pecan pie healthy?

A single slice can have 500+ calories, 27g of fat, and over 30g of sugar. There are ways to make it healthier, but no, pecan pie is not considered healthy. Pecans are not in short supply, which have many health benefits, but also pack calories and fat. In addition, pecan pie often uses corn syrup and brown sugar. Plus, there's that buttery, flaky crust! Instead, consider this breakfast nod with heart-healthy, whole grain oats!

Chocolate Pecan Baked Oatmeal Muffins

Chocolate Pecan Baked Oatmeal

With this chocolate pecan baked oatmeal, you can enjoy Thanksgiving dessert, for breakfast, without the stretch pants!

Prep:
10
min
cook:
30
min
total:
40
min
Author:

Kelly

Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp. butter or coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 c. applesauce
  • 1/4 c. brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 c. flour (less if you add protein powder)
  • 1/4 c. chocolate chips, melted
  • 1 c. milk
  • 2 c. old-fashioned or rolled oats
  • 1/4 c. pecans, chopped
  • Optional: protein powder
  • 2 tsp. butter, melted (1 small pat)
  • 12 - 14 whole pecans
  • Optional: additional chocolate chips
Instructions
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl whisk the butter/oil, applesauce, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and eggs. Continue to whisk in the cocoa powder, baking powder, and flour.
  • In a small bowl, melt the chocolate chips, in 15-20 second increments. Whisk in the melted chocolate and milk. Then, stir in the oats and chopped pecans.
  • Spoon oatmeal mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish or 12-14 lined muffin cups. In a small bowl, melt the butter. Then, stir in the pecans. Top oatmeal with the pecans. Next, bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • If desired, drizzle with additional melted chocolate chips.

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