Warm Spiced Apple Porridge

On chilly British mornings, porridge has long been the go-to comfort breakfast. This version simmers creamy oats with butter-softened apple and a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom.

Serves 2 · 8 min prep · 12 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 420 cal
• 12g protein
• 62g carbs
• 16g fat
• 3.9g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 large firm sweet-tart apple
• 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
• 2 Tbsp extra milk or cream for serving

Instructions

1. 1Core the apple and dice it into small bite-size pieces, leaving the skin on for color and texture.
2. 2Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. 3Add the diced apple and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces begin to soften and smell fragrant, about 3 minutes.
4. 4Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and salt so the spices bloom in the butter.
5. 5Pour in the oats and toast them with the apples for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6. 6Add the milk and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
7. 7Cook, stirring often and scraping the bottom, until the porridge is thick and creamy and the oats are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
8. 8Stir in most of the maple syrup, reserving a little for finishing; taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
9. 9Remove from heat and let the porridge stand 1 minute to thicken further.
10. 10Divide between two warm bowls.
11. 11Top with the toasted walnuts, a drizzle of the remaining maple, and a splash of extra milk or cream.
12. 12Serve immediately while steaming.