Winter Warmer Porridge
Warm up your winter mornings with this cozy and nourishing Winter Warmer Porridge. This creamy blend of rolled oats, milk, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg delivers the perfect balance of comfort and spice, making it an ideal start to chilly days. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and layered with the freshness of diced apples, chewy raisins, and crunchy walnuts, every spoonful is a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this hearty breakfast is not only quick to make but also packed with wholesome ingredients to fuel your day. Whether you're searching for healthy breakfast ideas or a go-to winter recipe, this porridge is destined to become a seasonal favorite. Serve it warm and sprinkle extra cinnamon for an added touch of coziness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cups water
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 apple, diced
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, water, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Add the ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg to the saucepan and stir well to combine.
Cook the porridge for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract and maple syrup, and mix thoroughly.
Divide the porridge into two bowls and top each serving with diced apple, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
Sprinkle a pinch of extra cinnamon on top for garnish if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 749 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1313 mg | 28% | |
*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.
