Apple Pie Porridge
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Apple Pie Porridge
Description
This porridge starts by grating an apple and combining it with oats, almond milk, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a pan. The mixture is gently heated until it thickens, about 4-5 minutes, resulting in a creamy yet textured breakfast with bursts of apple flavor throughout. Optional toppings of sliced apples and pecans add freshness and crunch respectively.
The flavors echo classic apple pie spices, and additional warming spices like nutmeg and ginger can be added to increase complexity. Alternative fruits like pear or a mix of apple and pear can be used instead for variation. The recipe is versatile for serving warm or making as overnight oats by refrigerating the mixture before serving.
Using any type of milk or even water is possible, and cooking times vary depending on oat type. Those needing gluten-free options can select certified gluten-free oats to ensure safety.
Ingredients
- 60 g oats
- 350 ml almond milk
- 1 apple grated
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- apple for serving; optional, slices for apple
- pecans for serving; optional, slices for apple
Instructions
- Grate 1 Apple using a coarse grater.
- Put 60 g Oats, 350 ml Almond milk, grated apple, 2 tablespoon Maple syrup and 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon into a pan and gently head for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve in bowls with Apple slices and pecans on top.
Notes
- Add nutmeg and ginger to increase the spice profile if desired.
- Replace apple with pear or a combination of both for different flavor.
- For a cold version, prepare as overnight oats by mixing all ingredients and refrigerating overnight.
- Any kind of milk or water can be used, depending on preference.
- Cooking time is based on rolled oats; steel cut oats require longer cooking.
- Use certified gluten-free oats to ensure the dish is gluten free.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 221 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 221kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Sodium | 232mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 250mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.2mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 259mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.