This easy oat porridge recipe is a great way to start your day. It is warm, creamy, and packed with fiber and protein to keep you feeling fuller for longer.
If you enjoy simple breakfasts that come together quickly , this oat porridge is a great one to keep in your routine. I find it is one of those recipes that works well on busy mornings without feeling stressful.
ingredient notes
Here is what you will need.
- old-fashioned rolled oats.
- water.
- cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon (optional).
- milk of choice.
- pinch of salt (optional).
step by step instructions
- Add oats to a pot: Place the rolled oats into a small saucepan.
- Add water: Pour in water and add a pinch of salt (if using). Stir to combine.
- Cook: Add cinnamon and let the oats simmer, stirring from time to time, until the oats soften.
- Add the milk: Once the oats have thickened, stir in the milk.
- Simmer: Continue cooking and stirring for another 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Remove the cinnamon stick.
- Serve: Remove the pot from the heat, transfer to a bowl, add your favourite toppings, and serve warm.
topping ideas
- Fresh fruit: bananas, berries, diced apples, simply go for what you like.
- Nuts & seeds: almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds.
- Sweeteners: honey, maple syrup, dates.
- Proteins: Greek yogurt, protein powder, and nut butters.
love your leftovers
Allow any leftover porridge to cool then transfer it to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 1-2 days.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Oat Porridge Recipe
Equipment
Heavy-based cooking pot
cooking spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick (or ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- pinch of salt (optional)
- ¼ cup milk of choice. (or ½ cup if you prefer thinner porridge)
Instructions
- Add the rolled oats to a small saucepan.
- Pour in the water and add a pinch of salt if using. Stir to combine.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat; add cinnamon, and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring from time to time.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the oats soften and most of the water is absorbed.
- Stir in the milk. Use 1 half cup milk for a thinner porridge or 1 quarter cup milk for a thicker porridge.
- Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes while stirring, or until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
- Remove the cinnamon stick, take the pot off the heat, transfer to a bowl, and serve warm with your preferred toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 96mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 138mgIron: 2mg
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