Cornmeal Banana Porridge
Warm, creamy, and naturally sweetened, Cornmeal Banana Porridge is the perfect comfort breakfast that blends wholesome ingredients with tropical flavors. This easy-to-make dish combines velvety mashed ripe banana with a smooth cornmeal base, enriched with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and lightly sweetened with brown sugar. The addition of milk—whether dairy or plant-based—creates a lusciously creamy texture, while a hint of vanilla adds an irresistible aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, this porridge is ideal for busy mornings or cozy weekend brunches. Customize your bowl with optional toppings like fresh fruit or crunchy nuts for an extra layer of flavor and texture. Packed with nutrients and hearty goodness, Cornmeal Banana Porridge is a satisfying start to your day that you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 large Ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Butter (optional)
- as desired Fresh fruit or nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal with 1 cup of water and whisk until smooth to prevent lumps. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring the remaining 1 cup of water and 2 cups of milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Mash the ripe banana in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
Gradually add the cornmeal mixture to the boiling liquid, stirring continuously with a whisk or spoon to prevent clumping.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir the mixture while it thickens, approximately 8-10 minutes.
Add the mashed banana, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes on low heat, stirring often, until the porridge reaches your desired consistency. If the porridge is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter for added richness, if desired.
Serve the porridge hot in bowls, garnished with fresh fruit, nuts, or any toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.2 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.4 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1644 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
