Cozy Spiced Pear & Amaranth Porridge
This cozy and creamy spiced pear porridge is made with oats, amaranth, cinnamon, cardamom, and a splash of coconut milk. A healthy, warming breakfast recipe that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free. It’s easy, nourishing, and full of comforting fall flavors—perfect for busy mornings or meal prep!
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup oatmeal
- 1/4 cup amaranth
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 2 pears diced
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the oats, amaranth, water, and diced pears.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small pan, heat the coconut oil and gently toast the spices—cinnamon, cardamom, and black pepper—just until fragrant. Stir this into the porridge.
- Once the oats and amaranth are tender and the mixture is thick, stir in the maple syrup and coconut milk.
- Serve warm topped with chopped walnuts and extra coconut milk if desired.
Notes
- Want it creamier? Use all or part coconut milk instead of water to cook the oats.
- No amaranth? Swap in quinoa or just use more oats.
- Make ahead: Cook the porridge without the coconut milk, store in the fridge, and reheat with milk in the morning.
- Toast the walnuts before adding for extra flavor.