I just had to share a porridge or oatmeal recipe. It’s super easy to make, and it’s by far my favorite breakfast. The best part is that it’s so adaptable; you can make it with whatever ingredients you have on hand, and it will always turn out delicious!
Lately, this is the one I make most often: I top it with a warm blueberry compote and add more almond butter (peanut butter works too), fresh fruit (I love it with strawberries), and other toppings you might have on hand, like nuts, flaked coconut, quinoa popcorn, seeds, etc. You can modify it however you like!
I almost always add sliced banana to my porridge. I don’t slice it too thinly because I like finding some chunks of banana when I eat it. Plus, I find that the banana gives the porridge a richer consistency. I almost always make it with almond milk, but I also like it with coconut milk or soy milk (which is more neutral); I vary it depending on what I have on hand.
Blueberry Compote Recipe
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 19 minutes
Portions: 2 Servings
Ingredients
FOR THE PORRIDGE
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Oats, ideally whole grain | 1 Cup |
| Milk (I like to use plant‑based milk) | 1 cup |
| Water | 1 Cup |
| Banana | 1 |
| Chia seeds (optional) | 1 tsp |
| Honey (optional) | 1 tsp |
| Almond Butter (optional) | 1 tsp |
| Spices to taste (vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, etc.) | as desired |
FOR THE BLUEBERRY COMPOTE
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh or frozen blueberries | 1 cup |
| Water | 2 tbsp |
| Honey | 1 tsp |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
Procedure
- For the Blueberry Compote: Place the blueberries, water, lemon juice, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly and lightly crushing the blueberries to release their juices. Once it reaches a boil, remove from the heat. If necessary, you can add more water. Set aside.
- For the porridge: In a pot, combine the oats, water, plant‑based milk, thickly sliced banana, chia seeds, and spices. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking, or until the oats are cooked and the porridge has reached your desired consistency. If needed, add more water or milk. Once ready, stir in almond butter and honey, if desired.
- Divide the porridge between two bowls, top with the blueberry compote, and add any other toppings you like. I added fresh strawberries, flaked coconut, quinoa popcorn, and more almond butter. Enjoy your breakfast!
IDEAS FOR SERVING
- Fresh fruit (banana, strawberries, etc.)
- More almond butter or other nut butter
- Laminated coconut
- Quinoa popcorn
- Seeds (for example, pumpkin seeds)
Grades (Notes)
I recommend always having a little extra milk or boiling water on hand to adjust the consistency of the porridge. Especially towards the end, I almost always add a little more before serving because the oats continue to absorb liquid.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrition | Amount per Serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 55 kcal | 3% |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 12 g | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% |
Disclaimer: Nutrition estimates are for general guidance only, based on a 2,000‑calorie diet. Actual values vary with sugar quantity, blueberry variety, and cooking time.