Hearty Kasha Cereal
Start your day with a warm bowl of **Hearty Kasha Cereal**, a wholesome, gluten-free breakfast packed with flavor and nutrition. Made from nutty toasted buckwheat groats, this comforting porridge is simmered to perfection with a mix of water and your choice of milk for a creamy texture. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and enriched with butter or coconut oil, this dish is then elevated with a delightful medley of toppings—crunchy chopped nuts, juicy fresh or chewy dried fruits, and a sprinkle of aromatic cinnamon. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-dense cereal is the perfect option for a cozy morning meal or a healthy meal prep breakfast. Discover how this versatile recipe can be customized to suit your taste in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Buckwheat groats (kasha)
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Butter or coconut oil
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
- 0.5 cup Fresh or dried fruits (berries, raisins, or chopped apples)
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Rinse the buckwheat groats under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In a medium saucepan, toast the rinsed buckwheat groats over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they emit a nutty aroma.
Add water, milk, and salt to the saucepan with the toasted groats. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kasha absorbs the liquid and reaches a porridge-like consistency.
Stir in honey or maple syrup and butter or coconut oil until fully incorporated and creamy.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cereal sit, covered, for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Divide the kasha cereal into bowls and top with chopped nuts, fresh or dried fruits, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.2 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 718 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.5 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1405 mg | 30% | |
*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.
