Delicious Nutty Porridge

This delicious nutty porridge is a delicious twist on traditional oats, and will make even the most skeptical porridge eaters fans of this filling and nutritious breakfast.

Oats, cashews, and pecans combine with coconut oil and sweetener for a hearty porridge that’s a nut-lovers dream!

These delicious nutty porridge oats are every bit as yummy as this recipe for berry and syrup porridge. I also highly recommend you try these overnight oats, or these jumbo baked beans on English muffins.

What is Nutty Porridge?

Nutty porridge is a flavor of oatmeal that includes a variety of nuts for extra flavor and texture. This recipe uses cashews and pecans.

Their blended together with oats, coconut oil, and water to create a thick and creamy porridge that is both filling and nutritious.

Why You’ll Love Nutty Porridge 

• This porridge is incredibly delicious, even for those who aren’t big oatmeal fans. If you love nuts, you’ll love the easy nutty porridge.
• It’s also packed with nutrients. The nuts are full of healthy fats and proteins to give you morning energy and keep you feeling full. The oats provide lots of necessary fiber. 
• It’s simple to make and can easily be customized just how you like it.

What to serve with Delicious Nutty Porridge

This porridge is delicious on its own, but it’s really hearty so it can handle some other toppings. Here are a few things to try:

• Fresh fruit like sliced banana or berries
• A drizzle of honey
• Maple syrup for a different flavor
• Dried fruit like raisins, dates, or apricots
• More chopped nuts
• A scoop of peanut butter
• A swirl of nutella
• Chia, flax, or pumpkin seeds
• A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
• Vanilla yogurt
• Dark chocolate chips
• Granola

You can serve this delicious porridge with a side of eggs or toast. I also love eating it alongside a fruit salad.

Apples, pears, mango, peaches, and pineapple all taste so good on top of this porridge, so go ahead and mix it altogether! 

Helpful Equipment To Make The Best Nutty Porridge Recipe

These tools will help make this recipe even easier!

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Food processor
• Knife and cutting board
• Small pot

Delicious Nutty Porridge Recipe Ingredients

• 1 cup cashew nuts, raw and unsalted
• 1 cup pecan, halved
• 1 cup of oats
• 2 tablespoons stevia
• 4 teaspoons coconut oil, melted
• 2 cups water

How To Make Delicious Nutty Porridge

Begin by roughly chopping your nuts. Then, put them in a food processor and process until a smooth paste forms. Add the water, oil, and stevia to the nut paste and then dump the whole thing into a saucepan.

Cook over high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Lower the heat to low and allow the porridge to simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened. Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time

This recipe takes approximately 25 minutes to prepare.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free! So you can feel great about serving it to just about anyone! 

Ingredient Substitutions

Nuts – You can use any other nut if you don’t have cashews or pecans. Try almonds, walnuts, or pistachios.

Stevia – You can use maple syrup instead of stevia to sweeten your porridge.

Coconut oil – Instead, you can use butter or ghee, but coconut oil provides a sweet and creamy flavor.

Tips & Tricks and Recipe Notes

• A non-stick pot works really well so your oats don’t stick or burn.
• Make sure you blend your nuts well so the consistency of your porridge is creamy and smooth.
• Add more or less water depending on how thick you like your porridge.
• Stir this recipe almost constantly. This will help keep the consistency of the porridge smooth and prevent lumps from forming.

How to Store Nutty Porridge

You can definitely keep any leftovers for breakfast another day. Just place them in a container with a tight lid and refrigerate them. They should stay fresh for up to three days.

Can I freeze porridge?

You can also freeze your nutty porridge oats. Just let it cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe Ziploc or airtight container. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2 months. 

How do I reheat porridge?

To reheat this porridge, thaw in the fridge overnight (if frozen) and microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring a few times throughout. You can also reheat on the stovetop over low-medium heat until it’s hot.

You might need to add a splash of milk or dairy-free milk to bring this back to its original consistency.

FAQs

Can I make porridge ahead?

Yes! Make this recipe in its entirety. Let the porridge cool to room temperature, then place it in the fridge or freezer. Reheat as instructed above.

Is nutty porridge vegan?

Yes! This recipe for nutty porridge is vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.

Can I add protein powder to nutty porridge?

Yes, you can add protein powder to your porridge. Keep in mind that protein powder is thick, so you might have to add a bit of extra water, coconut milk, or almond milk to thin your oats out a little.

Can I use steel-cut oats in nutty porridge?

Yes, you can add them, but you may need extra water and extra cooking time for them to cook properly. You might have to increase your water measurement to around 4 cups and simmer your oats for 25 to 30 minutes.

Conclusion

This recipe for nutty porridge is a dreamy way to begin the day. It’s packed full of flavor and can be made even yummier with the addition of just about anything you have in your pantry, like peanut butter, nutella, dried fruit, or granola.

If you’re a fan of simple and delicious breakfast recipes, this one is definitely one you need to try!

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