6 Porridge Recipes For Every Mood: Take Our Quiz
October 10, 2018“This porridge is just right” – Goldilocks, Goldilocks and The Three Bears
To celebrate World Porridge Day, we’ve created 6 porridge recipes that you’re guaranteed to jump out of bed for. Trust us, they’re t-oat-ally delicious.
Whether you’re a nut butter devotee, prefer something savoury first thing in the morning, or simply looking for a recipe that’ll turn you into a “morning person”, we’ve got a recipe to suit every taste. If you’re looking for a way to brighten up darker, colder mornings, a big healthy bowl of warming porridge is your answer.
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Classic Porridge (Base Recipe)
Ingredients:
- Serves 1
- 50g porridge oats
- 350ml milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Put the oats in a saucepan, pour in the milk or water and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to the boil and simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring from time to time and watching carefully that it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
- If using a microwave, mix the oats, milk or water and a pinch of salt in a microwave-proof bowl, then microwave on High for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through. Leave to stand for 2 minutes before eating.
- To serve. Pour into bowls and top with your chosen topping.
6 Porridge Recipes For Every Mood
1. The Spiced Classic: 3 Spice Banana Porridge Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 Banana, sliced
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above, mixing oats, chosen milk and spices together in the first stage.
- When your porridge is ready, slice your banana on top.
2. The Fruity Classic: Berry & Coconut Porridge
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp BlueBerry Compote
- Coconut Flakes, a handful
- Raspberries, a handful
- 2tbsp Yoghurt
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above.
- Serve with yoghurt, blueberry compote, fresh raspberries and a sprinkle of coconut flakes.
3. The Savoury: Mushroom & Spinach Porridge
Ingredients:
- 70g Sauteed Chestnut Mushrooms
- Spinach, a handful
- 1 tbsp Chives, chopped
- Peanuts for garnish
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above. When making savoury porridge, we recommend using vegetable stock instead of milk (the same quantity applies). Add the oats and veg stock, a pinch of salt and pepper to a medium saucepan on a low heat, cook (like you would normal porridge), stirring occasionally to the desired consistency. We suggest a ‘not so loose’ consistency for a savoury porridge so there is a good texture to the dish.
- Meanwhile, heat a frying pan with a drizzle of oil (or knob of butter) on medium heat, once hot add the halved mushrooms and fry until they have good colour, and have released their moisture, about 5 mins.
- Before serving, stir through the spinach so it wilts, and top with sauteed mushrooms, chives and peanuts.
4. The Wake Up Porridge: Mocha Berry Porridge Recipe
Ingredients:
- Chocolate Chips to sprinkle
- 1 tbsp Ground Coffee
- 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- Raspberries, a handful
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above. Put the oats, milk, cocoa powder and coffee into a pan and heat gently until thick and creamy.
- Add in the chocolate chips and top with raspberries.
5.The Treat Day Porridge: Caramel & Apple Porridge Recipe
Ingredients:
- ½ Apple, cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp Caramel Sauce
- ½ tsp Ground Cinnamon
- Coconut Flakes, a handful
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above, stirring through ground cinnamon in the first step.
- Top with chopped apple, coconut flakes and caramel sauce.
6. The Nutty Porridge: Nut and Seed Porridge Recipe
Ingredients:
- Chopped Hazelnuts, a handful
- Chopped Unsalted Almonds, a handful
- 1 tbsp Almond Butter
- 2 tsp Chia Seeds
Method:
- Make your porridge base using the recipe above.
- Top with chopped nuts, chia seeds and almond butter.