Quick Berry Porridge

Fruity and delicious, this mixed berry porridge is a quick and comforting breakfast that is perfect for cold mornings. Top it with your favourite fruits for the perfect start to your day!

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• Quick Berry Porridge

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Quick and easy to make – all you need is some berries and basic pantry ingredients, like oats and chia seeds. Everything comes together in one pan in less than 15 minutes!
• Versatile – don’t have fresh berries on hand? Make it with frozen berries instead!
• Customisable – top with your favourite fruits, sauces, seeds, nuts or nut butters.
• Healthy – this porridge makes a fast, wholesome breakfast that can be adapted with your favourite healthy toppings. Oats are great for gut health and full of protein and fibre to help keep you full between meals.
• No processed sugars – unlike pre-made porridge packets, this homemade porridge is sweetened with fruit and honey (or maple syrup) instead of processed sugars. You can leave the sweetener out completely, or adjust to your desired level of sweetness.
• Perfect for cold mornings – cosy and comforting, this porridge is the perfect breakfast to warm you up on chilly mornings.

Looking for more breakfast ideas? Try this easy chocolate porridge or fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

Ingredients you will need

** This post contains tips and instructions to achieve the best possible results. This photo is a great guide for when you are in the supermarket, but for full ingredient quantities and methods, please scroll down to the detailed recipe card below!

• Oats – use rolled oats (whole oats), rather than finer “quick oats”. Whilst you can use quick oats, the consistency and texture of the porridge will differ. Organic oats are free from glyphosates (herbicide) and are recommended, where possible. Source gluten-free oats, if required.
• Berries – use your favourite fresh or frozen berries. I use mixed berries, but you can add any combination of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or blackberries.
• Greek yoghurt – plain, unsweetened Greek yoghurt adds creaminess and richness. Adjust the quantities to suit your taste, or swap for your favourite berry protein yoghurt.
• Chia seeds – chia seeds help to thicken the porridge and add minerals, Omega-3 fats, antioxidants and fibre. Use black or white chia seeds, or leave them out if preferred.
• Linseed – linseed (flax seed) can be swapped for hemp seeds, sunflower seeds or your preferred seed of choice.
• Honey – adjust the quantities to your desired level of sweetness, or leave it out entirely. You can also swap for maple syrup or raw sugar, to taste.
• Raisins – add sweetness and texture. They can be swapped for currents, or omitted entirely if preferred.

Optional topping ideas;

• Berry coulis
• Fresh berries
• Chopped pecans
• Poached pears or stone fruits
• Nut butter

Step by step instructions

Full ingredient notes and quantities can be found in the detailed recipe card below. But here is a brief overview of what you can expect;

1. Cook the berries – start by cooking the berries and a splash of water in a saucepan over medium heat, until softened.
2. Add the oats – add the oats and boiling water.
3. Simmer – bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the oats have thickened and the water is mostly absorbed. The porridge should have a soft, but still slightly chewy texture.
4. Combine the remaining ingredients – turn the heat off and add the seeds, raisins, yoghurt and honey (to taste). Stir to combine.
5. Serve – divide into serving bowls and top with your favourite toppings.

Expert tips

• Use your favourite berries. There are so many varieties to choose from. Use your preferred fresh or frozen berries, or add your favourite combinations. Over winter, frozen berries are a cheaper and more convenient alternative to keep on-hand.
• Adjust the amount of yoghurt and honey, to your desired consistency and flavour.
• Add more fruit – you can add fresh, frozen or dried fruits to this porridge. Stewed or poached stone fruits are a great winter option.
• Stir the oats frequently as they cook. Stirring will prevent the oats from sticking on the bottom of the pot.
• Cook the oats over low heat. We want them to bubble, but not burn.
• The porridge will dry out if left uncovered. So, if you are still preparing ingredients or not serving immediately, cover the pot with a lid.

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