New Year Pear Porridge (Printable Version)
Creamy porridge with pears, warming spices, and crunchy toasted nuts for a cozy start.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup water
→ Fruit
04 - 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Sweetener & Spices
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
10 - 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped
11 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries (optional)
12 - Extra pear slices for garnish
# How To Make:
01 - Combine oats, milk, and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
02 - Stir in diced pears, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer.
03 - Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats are tender and creamy, and pears are soft but still hold their shape.
04 - Taste the porridge and add more maple syrup or cinnamon if desired. Remove from heat when consistency reaches desired thickness.
05 - Divide warm porridge evenly among serving bowls. Top with toasted nuts, dried cranberries, and fresh pear slices. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The pears become soft and jammy as they cook, creating natural pockets of sweetness throughout every spoonful.
- It comes together in 25 minutes but tastes like something you fussed over for an hour.
- The toasted nuts add this incredible crunch that makes each bite feel special and celebratory.
02 -
- Don't walk away from the stove during those first few minutes, milk has a tendency to boil over dramatically when you're not looking.
- The porridge continues to thicken as it sits, so if you prefer it looser, have a little extra warm milk ready to stir in.
03 -
- Leftovers reheat beautifully with a splash of milk, making it perfect for meal prep on Sunday.
- Use a microplane to zest a little fresh lemon over each bowl right before serving for restaurant style presentation.