Name: Traditional Pumpkin Porridge: A Cozy Autumn Breakfast Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats; 2 cups almond milk or coconut milk; 1 cup pure pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 2 tablespoons agave syrup or brown sugar (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 1/4 cup chopped almonds or hazelnuts; 1/4 cup dried figs or chopped dates

Description

Enjoy a cozy and wholesome bowl of Traditional Pumpkin Porridge, perfect for chilly mornings. This comforting recipe combines creamy rolled oats with pure pumpkin puree and warm spices, sweetened naturally with agave syrup or brown sugar. Garnished with crunchy nuts and sweet dried fruits, it’s a nutritious and flavorful way to start your day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
2 cups almond milk or coconut milk
1 cup pure pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons agave syrup or brown sugar (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Garnish

1/4 cup chopped almonds or hazelnuts
1/4 cup dried figs or chopped dates

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Instructions

Heat the Oats and Milk: In a large saucepan, pour in the rolled oats and your choice of almond or coconut milk. Heat over medium flame, stirring occasionally until it reaches a gentle simmer.
Add Pumpkin and Spices: Once it simmers, lower the heat and mix in the pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly to ensure everything is well blended.
Cook Until Soft: Allow the mixture to cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are soft and the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
Sweeten and Flavor: Take the saucepan off the heat and incorporate the agave syrup or brown sugar along with the almond extract, mixing well.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle the warm pumpkin oatmeal into bowls and finish with a sprinkle of chopped almonds or hazelnuts and a handful of dried figs or chopped dates on top.

Notes

You can substitute almond milk or coconut milk with any plant-based milk or dairy milk if preferred.
Adjust the sweetness according to your taste by increasing or decreasing the agave syrup or brown sugar.
For a thicker porridge, cook a little longer; if you prefer it thinner, add extra milk.
The almond extract enhances the nutty flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
For extra creaminess, stir in a spoonful of yogurt or coconut cream before serving.