To be honest, I’m not a fan of that classic mint chocolate combination. However, I am a fan of fresh mint and raw cacao powder combo. Therefore this Mint Chocolate Baked Protein Porridge is about to become my new obsession. Rich, chocolatey, and refreshingly cool with a hint of mint, it feels like an indulgent treat while still being packed with nourishing ingredients and a satisfying protein boost. Perfect for breakfast or even a healthier dessert option, this baked porridge brings together comfort and flavour in the most delicious way.
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Serves 4 – 8
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls x 2
- Teaspoon
- Grater
- Potato masher
- Wooden spoon
- Tablespoon
- Grease proof paper
- Baking tray
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- Oats x 200g
- Pea protein x 120g (or a protein powde of your choice)
- Cashews x 50g
- Chia seeds x 10g
- Flaxseeds x 10g
- Hemp seeds x 10g
- Pumpkin seeds x 10g
- Raw cacao powder x 10g
- Fresh mint x 1 handful
- Apples x 2
- Banana x 2
- Egg whites x 500g
- Eggs x 2
- Honey x 1 – 2 tbsps (optional)
- Berries of your choice x 1 handful (frozen works best)
Method
- Firstly start by roughly chopping the mint.
- In a large mixing bowl add the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds pumpkin seeds, cashews and fresh mint.
- Mix these ingredients together.
- Grate the apples.
- In the second mixing bowl add the banana, eggs and grated apples.
- Mash these ingredients together with the potato masher.
- Add in the egg whites and mixing these ingredients together with the spoon.
- Now add in the oat mixture and mix these ingredients together.
- When all the ingredients are well mixed in set the bowl aside.
- Brush the base of the tray with oil.
- Scrunch up the piece of grease proof paper between your hands.
- Place it into the baking tray.
- Brush the top of the grease proof paper with the oil as well.
- Place the handful of berries into the base of the tray.
- Pour over the porridge mixture.
- Place in the fridge overnight.
- Or preheat the oven to 180°C or gas mark 5.
- Bake the porridge for 20 – 25 minutes or until it’s a golden brown colour.
- Once it’s golden brown remove from the oven and leave to cool.
- Then serve with a little honey and enjoy.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or simply want a cosy, feel-good dish to enjoy fresh out of the oven, this recipe delivers on both taste and nutrition. It’s a fun twist on traditional porridge that proves healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring—just wholesome, balanced, and seriously tasty.
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