Check the centre
Bake until the middle is set but still soft; overbaking makes oat portions dry once they have cooled.
Soft, fudgy chocolate baked oats with banana, dark chocolate, whey and flaxseed for easy meal preparation.

Step by step
Preheat the oven to 170°C.
Mash the bananas in a baking dish, then mix in the oats, cacao, protein powder, flaxseed, eggs, melted coconut oil, baking powder, salt and milk.
Top with the dark chocolate and bake for 20–30 minutes until the centre is set.
Divide into six portions and serve warm with Greek yogurt and optional berries.
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Bake until the middle is set but still soft; overbaking makes oat portions dry once they have cooled.
Let the tray cool fully, then portion and refrigerate in sealed containers for quick breakfasts.
Reheat with a small splash of milk and add yogurt or fresh fruit after warming.
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