Walnut Brownie Baked Oats
Walnut Brownie Baked Oats
Say hello to this brain and beauty boosting deliciousness! I could actually eat this everyday it’s so good! Best part is, it’s a healthy (gf & vegan) anytime of day approved meal… breakfast, snack, dessert- go for it! The star brain boosting superfoods here are cacao and walnuts! I snuck in some collagen too for a beauty & protein kick. Do yourself a favor and make this asap!
Ingredients
1/3 cup gf oats
1 scoop collagen powder
2 tbsp cacao powder
1 tbsp date syrup or maple syrup
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup plant based milk
1/4 cup of applesauce
1 1/2 tbsp Hu kitchen gems or dk choc chips
1 1/2 tbsp chopped walnuts
Method
Blend all ingredients together except for choc chips and walnuts.
Add 1 tbsp each of choc chips and walnuts to the mixture and pour into a greased ramekin. Sprinkle on the rest of the toppings.
Bake @ 350 for 17 minutes. Allow to cool for a few minutes before eating.
Enjoy & savor every bite! Then make it again
I’m sure you’ve heard that dark chocolate is good for you and loaded with antioxidants… but did you know it’s one of the absolute best foods you can eat to support your brain health?! Yup, that’s right! Studies show that adults that eat dark chocolate have reduced risk of depression symptoms and even improved memory function…. And not just because it tastes good! We can thank the flavanols and minerals like magnesium, zinc, and iron it contains. Opt for 70% dark chocolate or higher. You’ll get the same benefits from cacao products like powder and nibs. Walnuts are also a power player in brain health… coincidentally they sorta look like a brain! Walnuts are an amazing source of omega 3’s & many essential micronutrients. They provide a boost of brain derived neurotrophic factor, which is like fertilizer and protector for your brain, helping it grow, stay healthy, and agile. Including walnuts has been shown to improve learning skills, memory, and reduce anxiety in adults!
