High Protein Dark Chocolate Berry Baked Oats
A dense, high-protein baked oat bake updated with slightly more oats and extra egg whites for a firm, perfectly sliceable batch. Conveniently portioned into 4 meal-prep servings for easy weekday mornings.
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Mendy + Lila
Mendy created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min
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Equipment
Oven · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20cm) bak…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20cm) baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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Whisk together the rolled oats
In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, ground flaxseed, and baking powder until evenly distributed.
Look for: evenly distributed
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Whisk the whole eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk the whole eggs, egg whites, and unsweetened almond milk until completely blended.
Look for: completely blended
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Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry…
Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry mixture and stir with a spatula until thoroughly mixed into a thick batter.
Look for: thoroughly mixed into a thick batter
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Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly…
Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Look for: evenly distributed throughout the mixture
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Transfer the batter to the prepared baking…
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Bake on the center rack for 25…
Bake on the center rack for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is set, firm to the touch, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Look for: the top is set, firm to the touch, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
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Remove from the oven and allow the…
Remove from the oven and allow the bake to cool in the dish for at least 15 minutes to ensure it sets firmly for clean slicing.
Allow: 15 minutes
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Slice into 4 equal portions and serve…
Slice into 4 equal portions and serve warm, or place individual portions into sealed glass containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 45 to 60 seconds before eating.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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