Vegan Chocolate Porridge with ‘Pick n Mix’ Topper
Indulgent yet nutritious, this porridge bowl is quick, affordable, and packed with energy to fuel your morning!
Ingredients
- 50 g / ½ cup rolled porridge oats*
- 1 TBSP cocoa powder
- 250 ml / 1 cup fortified soya milk or other plant milk
- Syrup or brown sugar optional, to taste
Pick n Mix Topping:
- 6 walnut halves
- 6 whole almonds
- ½ TBSP sunflower seeds
- ½ TBSP pumpkin seeds
- 1 TBSP mixed dried fruit
Instructions
Microwave method:
- Add the oats and cocoa powder to a microwaveable bowl and stir to combine.
- Stir in the milk.
- Microwave on full power for 2 minutes, then carefully remove (the bowl will be very hot). Stir through and if it’s starting to thicken, it’s ready. If not, microwave for another 30 seconds and check again
- Leave to rest for a minute (it will thicken up as it cools).
Stovetop method:
- Add the oats and cocoa powder to a saucepan over medium heat and stir through to combine.
- Stir in the milk.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low heat, stirring until the porridge begins to thicken.
- Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, and let it cool slightly.
Add your toppings:
- Taste test and add a drizzle of syrup or sprinkle of brown sugar, if desired.
- Sprinkle on your ‘Pick n Mix’ toppings and tuck in.
Notes
tsp = teaspoon | TBSP = tablespoon
* I use Quaker Rolled Porridge Oats.