Baked Oatmeal with Chocolate Chips

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°F and grease an 9-inch by 9-inch baking pan (or similar sized baking dish).
2. 2
   Place oats, walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
3. 3
   Add zucchini, mashed banana, maple syrup, eggs, butter/coconut oil and vanilla extract and stir to combine.
4. 4
   Pour in the milk and stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
5. 5
   Fold all but 2 tablespoons of the chocolate chips into the mixture and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
6. 6
   Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
7. 7
   Bake for about 40 minutes until edges turn golden brown and middle is set.
8. 8
   Let cool before slicing.
9. 9
   Serve as is or with a dollop of peanut butter, sun butter or syrup on top.
10. 10
    Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 1 month.