Chocolate Cake for Breakfast? Influencer’s Double Chocolate Baked Oats Recipe Delivers 34g Protein

What if breakfast could taste like chocolate cake—without the sugar crash or guilt? A viral double chocolate baked oats recipe is redefining morning meals by combining indulgent flavour with solid nutrition.

Fitness influencer Juliana, popularly known online as Fit Foodie Jules, has shared a vegan baked oats recipe that delivers the richness of a chocolate dessert while packing an impressive 34 grams of protein per serving.

Made using everyday pantry ingredients, the dish offers a soft, cake-like texture while maintaining nutritional balance. Unlike traditional desserts, baked oats provide fibre, slow-release carbohydrates and plant-based protein, making it suitable for breakfast or a post-workout meal.

The recipe has gained popularity among fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious eaters looking for indulgent yet nourishing breakfast options that require minimal preparation. 

Double Chocolate Baked Oats Recipe (High-Protein & Vegan)

Ingredients

• 50 g oat flour (or finely blended oats)

• 5 g cocoa powder

• 25 g vegan chocolate protein powder

• ½ tsp baking powder

• 140–150 ml liquid (water or plant-based milk)

• 1 square dark chocolate (for the centre)

• Dark chocolate chips (for topping)

Method

1. In a mixing bowl, combine oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder and baking powder.

2. Gradually add the liquid and whisk until a smooth, pourable batter forms.

3. Pour the batter into a greased, oven-safe baking dish.

4. Place a square of dark chocolate in the centre and gently cover it with batter.

5. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly on top.

6. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20–25 minutes, or until set.

7. Why It Works as a Breakfast Option

   • High protein content supports muscle recovery and satiety

   • Oats provide sustained energy and dietary fibre

   • Minimal added sugar compared to traditional desserts

   • Can be prepared quickly for busy mornings

   Allow it to cool slightly before serving.