A rich, chocolatey breakfast that feels like dessert but delivers real nutrition is winning hearts online. Nutrition scientist Dr Emily Prpa, known on social media as The Nutrition Reporter, has shared a recipe for chocolate brownie baked oats with a peanut butter swirl, a make-ahead breakfast that promises to make mornings easier and more exciting.
In a recent Instagram post, Dr Prpa described the dish as a “breakfast you’ll actually want to jump out of bed for,” highlighting its balance of taste and health. The recipe is designed to be high in protein and fibre, while also including gut-friendly ingredients that support digestion and sustained energy.
The baked oats combine rolled oats with cacao powder, ground flaxseeds, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, with chia seeds added optionally for extra fibre. The wet ingredients include mashed ripe bananas, eggs or flax eggs, milk of choice, maple syrup or honey for natural sweetness, and vanilla extract. What makes the dish especially indulgent is the peanut butter swirl, created by mixing peanut butter with a little sweetener and water to achieve a smooth, drizzle-friendly texture.
Once mixed, the batter is poured into a baking dish, topped with spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture, and gently swirled to create a marbled, brownie-like effect. The oats are then baked at 180°C for about 20 minutes, until just set.
The result is a soft, fudgy, sliceable breakfast that can be stored in the refrigerator and enjoyed throughout the week. Dr Prpa recommends serving it warm, topped with Greek yoghurt and gently heated frozen berries for added protein, probiotics, and antioxidants.
With growing interest in easy, nutritious, and prep-ahead breakfasts, this recipe has struck a chord with health-conscious food lovers. It offers a practical solution for busy mornings, combining comfort-food flavours with ingredients that support gut health, steady energy, and overall wellbeing.
