A wholesome, warm bowl of porridge infused with the cozy flavors of apple, cinnamon, and nutmeg. No added oil, dairy, or refined sugar—just clean nutrition to start your day right!
Ingredients (Serves 1–2):
Main Base:
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Old-fashioned rolled oats – ½ cup
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Water – 1¾ cups (or use almond milk/coconut milk)
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Himalayan pink salt – a fat pinch
Add-ins:
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Apple – 1 medium (peeled, cored & chopped)
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Cinnamon powder – ½ tsp
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Nutmeg powder – ⅓ tsp (freshly ground from ¼ piece)
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Crushed jaggery – 1 tbsp (or jaggery powder, palm sugar, date syrup)
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Fresh grated coconut – 2 small handfuls (or substitute with coconut milk)
Toppings (optional):
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Cinnamon powder – a sprinkle
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Overnight soaked almonds – 8, sliced
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Seeds or nuts of your choice – optional
Instructions:
1. Soak the Oats:
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Add ½ cup oats to a bowl with enough water to cover.
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Soak for 15 minutes to help reduce phytic acid (for better digestion).
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After soaking, rinse and drain the oats.
2. Cook the Oats:
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In a saucepan, add the soaked oats and 1¾ cups water (or plant milk).
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Add a pinch of pink salt and stir.
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Cover loosely and bring to a gentle boil. Then lower the flame and cook for 3–4 minutes.
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Leave a slight gap when covering the lid to prevent overflow.
3. Grind Nutmeg:
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While the oats cook, grind ¼ of a nutmeg to get about ⅓ tsp powder.
4. Add Flavors & Sweetener:
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Once oats are soft, add chopped apple and stir.
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Add ½ tsp cinnamon powder and ground nutmeg.
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Stir in 1 tbsp jaggery or your preferred sweetener.
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Cover and let it cook for 1 more minute so apples soften.
5. Add Healthy Fats:
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Add 2 small handfuls of freshly grated coconut and stir well.
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(Or skip grated coconut if using coconut milk earlier.)
Serve It Hot:
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Transfer to a bowl.
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Sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top.
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Add sliced overnight soaked almonds for crunch and extra nutrition.
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You can also top with chia seeds, flaxseeds, or walnuts if desired.
Tips & Substitutions:
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Replace water with almond or coconut milk for a creamier texture.
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Sweeten naturally with dates, banana slices, or raisins.
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Avoid peeling the apple if using organic for extra fiber.
