Apple spice porridge is a deliciously simple heart-warming breakfast with a sweet apple taste and aromas of cinnamon, it's literally a hug in a bowl. Perfect for cold winters mornings.
Today folks, I'd like to introduce you to my new breakfast best friend, apple spice porridge.
This tasty apple and cinnamon porridge is an overnight oats recipe.
It's marinated in the fridge overnight and then can be either cooked in the microwave in the morning or on your stove top.
This makes it a great recipe, versatile and convenient for those of us on the go but still wanting to eat healthily.
So that's the reason for it being my new breakfast best friend at the moment.
You see I'm a bit of creature of habit when it comes to my breakfast and I generally have porridge every day.
Porridge is convenient for me to heat up at my work, in the microwave and it's especially looked forward to after I've been to the gym on Monday and Wednesday mornings.
Yet sometimes a guy wants a bit of a change from just plain old porridge and this grated apple porridge has given me a whole new flavour to look forward to, still with minimum effort required.
I'm pretty sure you're just going to love this too!
By marinating the oats overnight, they absorb all those lovely sweet apple juices and the cinnamon aromas too.
This simple step is the secret to infusing and flavouring your porridge while you sleep!
Imagine waking up to oats that have soaked in the natural sweetness of apples and the warm, spicy essence of cinnamon.
The oats become soft and flavourful, transforming your morning meal into a truly indulgent experience.
There's nothing for me to do in the morning except to cook this apple porridge, which literally takes minutes.
No need for complicated steps or waiting around. With everything ready to go, breakfast can be on the table in no time.
This recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you need something quick yet delicious to start your day.
Just 3 minutes in the microwave or 4 to 5 minutes on a stove top, and your apple spice porridge is ready to enjoy.
Whether you prefer the convenience of a microwave or the traditional method of stovetop cooking, this apple porridge cooks up quickly and effortlessly.
The sweet apple flavours literally BURST out of this apple spice porridge on cooking
Can you imagine that glorious, fragrant smell of the cinnamon as it releases its natural aromas?
Garnish with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon or a handful of chopped nuts for added texture and flavour.
Each spoonful offers a burst of sweetness from the apples and a hint of spice from the cinnamon, creating a perfectly balanced and satisfying meal.
With Christmas and New Year over and done with and our New Year goals planned, I thought it time to follow on from the Meal Planning For The 80/20 Food Rule post with the first recipe post for this year.
Reflecting on the festive season, it's a perfect opportunity to reset and focus on healthier habits.
What better way to start off with than a really simple, healthy and naturally flavoured grated apple porridge breakfast?
This recipe is a delightful combination of convenience and nutrition, perfect for those busy mornings when you need something quick, filling and satisfying!
I hope that those of you new to meal planning, or just looking to start your day in a healthier way, will find this quick breakfast easily fits into your meal planning or daily schedule.
Its simplicity doesn't compromise on flavour or health benefits, making it a versatile option for anyone's morning routine.
If you're anything like me, your stomach may have been a little bit stretched over the Christmas period, so eating this slow releasing energy breakfast means you shouldn't be hungry until at least lunchtime!
This apple and cinnamon porridge not only satisfies your taste buds but also keeps you fully energized throughout the morning.
It's a great way to transition from holiday indulgence to a more balanced diet.
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Other Popular Apple Porridge Breakfasts For You To Try
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Apple Spice Porridge Recipe
This apple spiced porridge is a great breakfast for cold mornings.
Why not add some seeds and chopped nuts after cooking like pumpkins seeds or chopped walnuts?
I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂
Apple Spice Porridge Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 small green apple e.g. Granny Smith, peeled, cored and coarsely grated
- 30 g porridge oats
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 200 ml skimmed milk
- 1 tablespoon chai seeds
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients into a bowl, mix well, cover and place in the fridge overnight.
*To Cook in Microwave: -
- Place bowl in Microwave and microwave for 3 minutes, uncovered stopping after each 1-minute interval to stir the porridge.
To Cook on Stove: -
- Transfer contents of bowl into a saucepan and gently simmer, stirring constantly for 4–5 minutes until the porridge is cooked to a creamy consistency.
David @ Spiced
What a fun idea to grate an apple directly into this porridge, Neil! I love that! I've become a huge fan of oatmeal (porridge) in the mornings lately, and I suspect it's because of how darn cold it is here in the States. I don't think we've gone about 20°F (-6°C) for like 2 weeks. Umph. Forget breakfast, I'm thinking a batch of this oatmeal could be a delicious lunch today! Hope you're staying warm over there, my friend!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
To be honest David I was amazed at home much apple flavour had been absorbed by the liquid overnight when creating this recipe. It meant I didn't have to add any apple juice to it. Glad you're a huge fan of oatmeal too in the mornings. By the sounds of how cold it is for you there and the weather forecast that I've been following in your area you'll be needing that oatmeal for a good while yet!
Ashika | Gardening Foodie
A perfect recipe at the perfect time 🙂 . I seriously need to start eating a proper breakfast ( one of my new years resolutions...and this delicious recipe will definitely help me stick to it ) I just usually just grab a piece of toast or just coffee because of the morning chaos. This is great because it can be prepped overnight...love it!!!
Happy New year Neil, to you and Lady Lynne ...looking forward to reading and trying out you yummy recipes for the new year 🙂
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
I hope this recipe helps with your New Years resolution Ashika.
I wouldn't give up your coffee though. Have this AND your coffee. 😉
Satisfying G
How interesting is this recipe. I'll try it this weekend. I think it's delicious!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thanks, I hope you enjoy it! 😀
Neha
I have been searching for some healthy breakfast recipes for sometime. This sure is one of it. I love to have apple in any form during the morning. And grating some in my oatmeal is like hitting two birds with one shot. Thanks for sharing this.
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thanks Neha, I'm glad that my Apple Spice Porridge was just what you were looking for!