Warm Chocolate Berry Seed Porridge Bake
A warm, low-carb grain-free breakfast bake made with chia seeds, flaxseed, crunchy walnuts, and rich chocolate protein topped with juicy blueberries. Formulated for effortless batch prep and reheating all week long.
Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 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.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
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.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Trigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
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.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Oven · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Reheating Note: The seeds will continue absorbing liquid as the dish rests in the fridge. When reheating, splash a tablespoon of warm almond milk over top to restore a fresh porridge texture.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and light grease an 8x8 inch (20x20cm) bakin…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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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 light grease an 8x8 inch (20x20cm) baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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Whisk together the chia seeds
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, ground flaxseed, chopped walnuts, chocolate protein powder, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
Look for: fully combined
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Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the…
Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the dry mixture and whisk thoroughly until no protein powder lumps remain.
Look for: no protein powder lumps remain
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Gently fold in half of the fresh…
Gently fold in half of the fresh blueberries using a spatula.
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Pour the porridge mixture into the prepared…
Pour the porridge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
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Scatter the remaining blueberries across the top…
Scatter the remaining blueberries across the top surface.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Bake in the center rack for 20…
Bake in the center rack for 20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has thickened into a warm porridge consistency.
Look for: the edges are set and the center has thickened into a warm porridge consistency
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Remove from the oven and let cool…
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before dividing into 4 equal portions.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Serve warm immediately
Serve warm immediately, or allow to cool completely before storing sealed in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 45 to 60 seconds.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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