Description
Strawberries and Cream Porridge is a quick and comforting breakfast dish featuring creamy rolled oats cooked with milk and sweetened with honey or maple syrup, topped with fresh strawberries and optional Greek yogurt or whipped cream. It’s a nutritious and delicious way to start your day, with room for easy customization.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Base
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Additional honey or maple syrup (for drizzling, optional)
- Chopped nuts or seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt.
- Cook the Oats: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are creamy and have absorbed most of the liquid.
- Prepare the Strawberries: While the oats are cooking, hull and slice the fresh strawberries. Set aside a few slices for garnish if desired.
- Serve: Spoon the cooked porridge into bowls, top with sliced strawberries, and add a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream if using.
- Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle with additional honey or maple syrup if desired, and sprinkle with chopped nuts or seeds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute the strawberries with other fresh fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or bananas for different flavors.
- Add almond or peanut butter for a nutty flavor and extra protein.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to loosen the porridge.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prepare porridge base in advance and refrigerate toppings separately for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: strawberries and cream porridge, oatmeal recipe, healthy breakfast, creamy oats, fresh strawberries, quick porridge
