Easy Pumpkin Porridge Recipe
User Reviews
5
Easy Pumpkin Porridge Recipe
Description
This pumpkin porridge recipe combines pumpkin puree with coconut flour and ground flaxseed, which both add body and fiber, creating a creamy yet somewhat textured porridge. Almond milk (or another milk choice) is used as the liquid base, and the addition of cinnamon provides a gentle spice towards the traditional flavors associated with pumpkin. Preparation is simple and fast, either microwaving the mixed ingredients for a minute or warming them on a stovetop, making it convenient for a quick meal or snack.
Though intended as a single portion, larger batches can be prepared and refrigerated for several days, with additional almond milk added upon reheating to loosen the porridge due to continued thickening from the flours.
Toppings such as sweeteners, nuts, seeds, fruit zest, or small amounts of cream or nut butters can be added to personalize flavor and texture.
The recipe yields one serving with about 7g net carbs, excluding toppings.Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and adjust consistency with more almond milk when reheating.Optional toppings include sugar-free syrup, orange zest, pomegranate seeds, nuts, or nut butters for added flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tbsp Flaxseed ground
- 3 tablespoon pumpkin 60g, puree
- ½ cup almond milk 120ml, or any milk of choice
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin spice
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Microwave the mixture for 1 minute on high or warm in a non-stick saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat.
Notes
- One serving contains approximately 7g net carbs without toppings.
- Leftover porridge can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days; stir in more almond milk when reheating to loosen thickness.
- Optional toppings include sugar-free syrups, nuts, seeds, citrus zest, or nut butters to enhance flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 200g | |
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10.5g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5.8g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.8g | 23% |
| Sugar | 2.8g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.