FAQ + Tips For The Best Chunky Monkey Baked Oatmeal
LET’S TALK ABOUT CHIA EGGS & FLAX EGGS! Chia “eggs” and flax “eggs” are vegan substitutes for traditional eggs and they work beautifully in recipes like this baked oatmeal. To make one, you’ll simply combine 1 Tbsp. chia seeds or ground flax with 3 Tbsp. of water. Give it a mix, then let it sit for 4-5 minutes to gel. Stir it one more time, then add it to your recipe as directed.
GLUTEN-FREE? READ THIS! It’s important to buy certified gluten-free oats if you’re sensitive or intolerant to gluten. Oats themselves don’t contain wheat gluten, but they’re often farmed or processed in ways that can cause cross-contamination. We’ve had good luck with many brands, like Bob’s Red Mill, Thrive Market, One Degree, and Trader Joe’s. Just look for that “certified gluten-free” classification!
CAN I USE STEEL-CUT OATS OR QUICK OATS INSTEAD? I only recommend rolled oats for this Chunky Monkey Baked Oatmeal Recipe because they won’t get gummy and they get nice and fluffy when baked. Steel-cut oats can stay hard and crunchy, and quick oats can get mushy and squidgy.
HOW TO RE-HEAT CHUNKY MONKEY BAKED OATMEAL. Honestly, most of the time, I just put a slice in a bowl and microwave it for 30-60 seconds to heat it up, then top it with milk + goodies. But, if you like, you can pop the pan back into the oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or so to heat it through.
