High Calorie Oats Snack: Oat Crumble Topped Brownie Bites Recipe

Fudgy brownie bites with an oat crumble on top. This is what happens when dessert and high calorie oat snacking combine forces.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 245 kcal
#vegetarian
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • rolled oats 3 tbsp
  • all-purpose flour 1 cup
  • unsweetened cocoa powder 0.5 cup
  • bittersweet chocolate chips 0.5 cup
  • unsalted butter 0.5 cup
  • brown sugar 0.75 cup
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • baking powder 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 52%
Protein 4 g 7%
Fat 11 g 41%
Serving size 55g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line with parchment.

  2. 2

    Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in the bittersweet chocolate chips until fully combined and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt for even distribution.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar until light and creamy, then add vanilla extract. Carefully fold in the cooled butter-chocolate mixture to avoid cooking the eggs.

  5. 5

    Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring just until flour streaks disappear. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle the rolled oats and a touch of brown sugar over the top for the crumble. Gently press oats into batter so they adhere.

  7. 7

    Bake for 23–27 minutes. Check readiness with a toothpick—moist crumbs are ideal. Do not overbake to keep the brownie bites fudgy.

  8. 8

    Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Cut into bite-sized squares once cooled for a clean edge and perfect texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The rolled oats are the defining ingredient in this recipe, creating a signature crumble topping that pairs beautifully with the fudgy chocolate base. Combined with cocoa powder and bittersweet chocolate chips, they deliver both texture and flavor depth.
Q. How do I avoid dry or overbaked brownie bites?
To prevent dryness, bake at 350°F for 23–27 minutes and check early with a toothpick—moist crumbs indicate doneness. Overbaking will cause the brownies to lose their fudgy center, so monitor closely and cool in the pan to maintain moisture.
Q. What gives these brownie bites their fudgy texture?
The combination of melted butter, eggs, and bittersweet chocolate chips ensures a moist, fudgy interior. Proper mixing and minimal overbaking are key—fold the chocolate mixture gently into the batter and bake only until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Q. How many calories and carbs are in one serving?
Each 55g serving of Oat Crumble Topped Brownie Bites provides 245 kcal and 32g carbohydrates, making it a high calorie, high carb snack. The recipe aligns with the 'High Calorie Oats Snack' category.
Q. Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian. All ingredients—including eggs and dairy—are plant-based or permitted in vegetarian diets, with no meat, poultry, or seafood included.
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