Almond Porridge
Almond porridge, sometimes called nut porridge, is a warming, satisfying breakfast made the low-carb way. A blend of oat bran and ground almonds brings healthy fats and fibre to keep you going through the morning. It's at its best made fresh and eaten warm, topped with a handful of berries. Whether you reach for raspberries, strawberries or blueberries, fresh fruit finishes it off perfectly.
Ingredients
- 260 ml milk
- 30 g oat bran
- 60 g ground almonds or other ground nuts, such as hazelnuts or walnuts
Instructions
- Warm the milk gently in a small pan over medium heat until it comes to a light simmer.
- Stir the oat bran and ground almonds (or other ground nuts) into the simmering milk.
- Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Take the pan off the heat. Let the porridge sit and thicken for a moment if you prefer it a little firmer.
- Spoon the porridge into bowls and serve with fresh fruit such as raspberries, blueberries, rhubarb or apple.
Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 302 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 21 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Fibre | 5 g |
| of which sugar | 6 g |
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between almond porridge and nut porridge?
Not much, really. Nut porridge is the general term, while almond porridge is made specifically with ground almonds. You can just as easily use other ground nuts like hazelnuts or walnuts.
Is almond porridge low in carbs?
Yes. Thanks to the mix of oat bran and ground almonds, one portion has around 21 g of carbohydrates, which fits nicely into a low-carb way of eating. Nutrition figures are estimates.
Which fruits go well with almond porridge?
Berries are a natural match: raspberries, strawberries and blueberries all work beautifully. Rhubarb and apple are lovely too.
Can I make almond porridge with plant-based milk?
The recipe uses dairy milk, but you can try plant-based options like oat or almond milk. Just keep in mind that the texture and nutritional values may shift slightly.
