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This barley flakes and apple porridge makes a delicious alternative to oatmeal. Nutty tasting, with just a touch of cinnamon and packed full of fibre and essential vitamins and minerals it'll help to awaken all your senses in the morning!
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Barley Flakes and Apple Porridge

A delicious alternative barley flakes and apple porridge. Nutty tasting with a lovely touch of cinnamon to awaken all your senses in the morning.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine International
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 567kcal
Author Neil

Ingredients

  • 35 g barley flakes
  • 1 tablespoon . chia seeds optional
  • 150 ml skimmed milk/other milk of choice or water
  • 30 g sultanas
  • 10 g pumpkin seeds
  • 1 small cored and diced apple
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon flax seeds optional
  • 1 teaspoon runny honey optional

Instructions

Stove:-

  • Place the barley flakes into a small saucepan with the chia seeds and add the milk.
  • Bring to the boil and then simmer, stirring continuously until the barley flakes are soft and a desired consistency is achieved.

Microwave:-

  • Place the barley flakes into a microwaveable dish with the chia seeds and add the milk.
  • Microwave on full power for 2 minutes, stir and then microwave for one more minute. (Microwave times may vary so watch the porridge does not boil over).

To Serve:-

  • Remove the cooked porridge to a serving bowl.
  • Stir in the sultanas and pumpkin seeds and top with the diced apple, cinnamon and flax seeds.
  • Drizzle the runny honey over.

Notes

The barley flakes and chia seeds can be soaked overnight in the milk.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 92.8g | Protein: 17.1g | Fat: 18.3g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 15.5mg | Sodium: 82.6mg | Fiber: 18.1g | Sugar: 47.5g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 11.6mg | Calcium: 310mg | Iron: 4.3mg