Porridge Hot
Start your day with a warm, comforting bowl of "Porridge Hot," a simple yet nourishing breakfast recipe that's perfect for cozy mornings. Made with wholesome rolled oats simmered to creamy perfection in a blend of milk and water, this classic dish gets a flavorful twist with optional cinnamon and a touch of honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile dish you can customize with your favorite toppings—think fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, or chia seeds—for added texture and nutrition. Whether you’re looking for a dairy-free breakfast option or a hearty meal to fuel your day, "Porridge Hot" is a satisfying way to start any morning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or a dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup water
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds (optional toppings)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, water, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
Once the mixture starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes or until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in honey or maple syrup for sweetness. Add ground cinnamon if using for extra flavor.
Divide the porridge evenly between two bowls.
Top with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or an extra drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your comforting bowl of porridge!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 152 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 472 mg | 10% | |
*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.
