Description
This Creamy Vanilla Millet Porridge is a warm, comforting breakfast option made with wholesome millet cooked slowly in almond milk and flavored with vanilla, maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon. It’s a naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly dish perfect for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup millet
- 4 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional)
- Fresh fruit
- Nuts
Instructions
- Rinse the millet: Thoroughly rinse 1 cup of millet under cold running water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any impurities and excess starch.
- Combine millet and milk: In a medium-sized pot, add the rinsed millet and 4 cups of almond milk (or any preferred milk) and stir gently to combine.
- Bring to a boil: Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, being careful to watch so it doesn’t boil over.
- Simmer the porridge: Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the millet is tender and the porridge reaches a creamy consistency.
- Add flavorings: Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon if using, and a pinch of salt, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- Cook a little longer: Continue cooking the porridge for another 2-3 minutes to allow all ingredients to meld together and the porridge to thicken further.
- Serve: Spoon the hot porridge into bowls and top with fresh fruit or nuts of your choice for added texture and taste. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, soak the millet for 1 hour before cooking.
- You can substitute almond milk with dairy milk or any plant-based milk.
- Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing the maple syrup.
- Adding a pinch of salt enhances the overall flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of milk.
