Want long-lasting energy and to rev up your metabolism to its highest capacity? Time to wake up, smell the coffee, and get some bacon and eggs on your plate. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and the facts speak volumes about the benefits of a morning meal.

It's all about getting a good balance of all of your food groups. Pack your plate with protein to stay satisfied until lunch, or munch on some healthy carbohydrates to get a boost of necessary vitamins. One indulgence has been making an increased appearance at breakfast, and your sweet tooth will be extremely satisfied!

Scientists have come to the conclusion that eating chocolate cake for breakfast can aid in overall weight loss. This is quite contradictory to what we are taught about achieving a healthy diet, and chocolate lovers everywhere are in a state of absolute euphoria. 

As if we needed more of a reason to indulge in the sweet stuff. Chocolate cake — though once considered a guilty pleasure — is now encouraged as part of a balanced breakfast. This puts a whole new meaning to wake and bake. 

Greeting the sunrise with a piece of creamy chocolate isn't the worst idea. It's actually really good timing — since your metabolism is really revving its engines. It's pretty much chocolate o'clock. 

Chocolate cake and weight loss have never come hand in hand, but studies have now proven our wildest dreams. Incorporating chocolate into your daily breakfast can help you shed those extra pounds. Researchers from Tel Aviv University conducted a study that showed stellar results.

This study was conducted on 193 non-diabetic individuals considered clinically obese. They were split into two groups. The first group ate a 300 calorie breakfast daily whereas the second group was given a 600 calorie breakfast that included chocolate pudding. You can see who got the better deal here.

The benefits of a sugary breakfast were found to be quite significant. Lead researcher Professor Daniela Jkubowicz found that the second group of dieters that were given the sugary 600 calorie breakfast lost an average of 37 more pounds than those eating a lighter morning meal.

Subjects that were given chocolate pudding for breakfast also reported fewer instances of sugar cravings throughout the day. It seems that completely cutting out the sweet stuff cold turkey may do more harm than good for your weight loss efforts.

Maine-Syracuse Longitudinal Study (MSLS)  researched the effects of dark chocolate and found that when eaten in moderation it can contribute to overall brain function. This can lead to a better memory and increased focus. 

Chocolate may be repairing its bad rep — but it's best to always consume this delicious food in moderation. Pair it some good-for-you carbs and load up on protein for a hearty breakfast of champions. There are so many healthy ways to incorporate the sweet stuff into your morning routine, you just have to get a little creative!

Sprinkle some bananas and shredded coconut on top and it's almost sinful. Not to mention oatmeal is filled with fiber that will keep you full until lunch!

Did someone say Nutella? This hazelnut spread is pretty much the marinade of the gods. Add some of this spread to your morning toast with some peanut butter and you will be in chocolaty heaven. 

Chocolate quinoa, blueberries, and shredded coconut? This is like a breakfast of dreams, packed with plenty of protein, fiber, and vitamin C. It's so pretty you almost don't want to eat it — almost.

Belgian waffles are already heavenly, and when you add chocolate into the mix (literally) you can do no wrong. Sprinkle with some powdered sugar and strawberries to top off your breakfast. 

Chocolate chip pancakes were everyone's childhood favorite, but you don't have to ditch this Sunday morning staple just because you hit adulthood. You deserve a splurge every now and again.

Add a spoonful of coffee ice cream to your morning cup to reap the benefits of a chocolaty breakfast. You will get an extra boost from this innovative creamer. 

Go ahead and take some time in the morning to satisfy your sweet tooth. Just be careful not to dismiss other important aspects of breakfast, such as healthy carbohydrates and protein. Moderation is the key to chocolate-eating success!