Wholesome Cacao Porridge (Printable Version)
A creamy blend of cacao, oats, and natural sweeteners for a comforting morning meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free if required
→ Liquids
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup water
→ Sweeteners & Flavors
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1 banana, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
10 - 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
11 - Fresh berries
12 - Shredded coconut
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, almond milk, water, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the cacao powder and dissolve any clumps.
02 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03 - Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and the porridge reaches a creamy, thickened consistency.
04 - Remove the saucepan from the heat source and let the porridge rest for 1 minute to allow it to thicken further.
05 - Divide the warm porridge evenly between two serving bowls. Arrange banana slices, chopped nuts, cacao nibs, fresh berries, and shredded coconut on top as desired. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Tastes like dessert but keeps you full for hours thanks to the fiber and protein balance
- Comes together in fifteen minutes flat with pantry staples you probably already have
02 -
- Stir frequently or the cacao will settle and stick to the bottom of your pan
- The porridge thickens fast once it is off the heat so err on the thinner side while cooking
03 -
- Whisk the cacao into a little warm milk first to avoid clumps
- Warm your maple syrup slightly before drizzling for that cafe style finish