Description
This creamy vanilla millet porridge is a warm, nourishing breakfast made with millet, almond milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. A comforting alternative to oatmeal, this dish offers a velvety, naturally sweet flavor and can be customized with toppings like fresh fruit and nuts. Perfect for a gluten-free, wholesome start to the day, it’s easy to prepare and delicious for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 cup millet
4 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt
Fresh fruit or nuts for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the millet thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.
- In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed millet and almond milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the millet becomes soft and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, maple syrup, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve the porridge hot, topped with fresh fruit, nuts, or any topping of choice.
Notes
For creamier porridge, substitute almond milk with full-fat coconut milk or dairy milk.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water, stirring occasionally to restore its creamy consistency.
To make this porridge ahead of time, cook a batch and store it in the fridge. Reheat with extra milk to adjust the texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Porridge
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
