What is Buckwheat?
You might be interested to know that buckwheat is actually not wheat nor a grain. Buckwheat is grain-like seeds that come from a plant related to sorrell and rhubarb, who knew!?
It’s naturally gluten free, high in fiber and rich in nutrients linked to lowering blood sugars amongst other things. So all in all buckwheat is super healthy and definitely a great way to start your day!
How to Make Buckwheat Porridge
For this buckwheat porridge, I used a mix of buckwheat groats (seeds) and traditional porridge oats. They’re boiled with water and coconut milk which gives a delicious creaminess and maple syrup is added for sweetness.
It’s super easy and so comforting. The best part is choosing the toppings, here are some ideas for you:
Toppings to try
- Coconut shavings
- Fresh berries or any fresh fruits
- Dried fruits such as raisins and cranberries
- Yogurt
- Nuts
Since it IS summer at the moment, I couldn’t think of a better breakfast combination than creamy coconut milk, sweet blackberries (which are totally in season right now!), and delicious porridge made out of rolled oats and buckwheat groats (this is my hands down favorite kind). So good, refreshing, and such a wholesome way to start the day!
Oh, and this recipe takes 10 minutes to make! HECK to the YES!
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes You Might Like:
- Tofu Scramble Vegan Breakfast Bowl
- Blueberry & Yogurt Breakfast Bowls
- Tomato & Lentil Breakfast Bruschetta
- Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad
- Pomegranate Breakfast Parfait
Are you a breakfast fanatic like me? What’s your fave breakfast meal?
Blackberry & Coconut Buckwheat Porridge
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup buckwheat groats
- 1/4 cup lite coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 cup blackberries
Instructions
- Cook the rolled oats and buckwheat groats in water, bringing to a boil.
- Lower heat and add the coconut milk, cooking for about 7 minutes or until the groats have softened.
- Remove from heat and mix in the maple syrup.
- Top with blackberries and coconut shavings (optional). Enjoy!
Lara says:
This buckwheat porridge is the perfect summer breakfast!! So simple too!
Tracey says:
Love how simple and easy this recipe is
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says:
What a great breakfast recipe! I’ve never thought of using buckwheat like this. I came out perfectly and will try again.
Emily Kemp says:
I’ve never actually tried buckwheat this way before, it sounds so delicious!
Kim @ Three Olives Branch says:
Looks delicious! I absolutely love adding nuts and berries to oatmeal!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Kim! Me too!!
Jared @ thehesitantchef.com says:
Sounds like a great way to start your day. I like that you added some edible flowers to the dish. They looks great!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Jared! It’s definitely a great way to start the day! And thank you, I always love adding some flowers! 🙂
Jenny says:
I really want to learn to like blackberries….because they are so healthy! I love every other kind of berry. I’m assuming i can just trade out berries though right? Great recipe!
Christine McMichael replied:
They definitely are! That’s so funny! Yes, any berries would work great 🙂
Cristina Mandeville says:
If I haven’t invited you yet, I would love if you would share this over at Healthy Living Link Party. It runs every Wednesdays, 5pm PST until Sundays 11pm PST. Hope to see you there Pinned!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you so much, Cristina!
Maggie Unzueta says:
Beautiful colors and looks so yummy. I could use this for breakfast right now. 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you so much, Maggie! 🙂 Enjoy!
Melanie says:
This looks so good and healthy which is a big plus 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Melanie! It was delicious! 🙂
Dylan Cutler says:
Amazing, I also love breakfast! I am all over smoothie bowls right now but a good oatmeal/porridge is really soothing some mornings. I like your use of blackberries. Delicious!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Dylan! Me too. I love smoothie bowls, too! Both are amazing! 🙂
Jenna Colgrove says:
This breakfast looks absolutely delicious!
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Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Jenna! It was! 🙂
soniya Saluja says:
This looks delicious and I LOVE that it is so easy to make! Thanks for sharing!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Soniya! 🙂
[email protected] a Dash of Cinnamon says:
Haha I pretty much eat breakfast food all day long too. It’s the only meal I could eat all day long
Christine McMichael replied:
It’s too good NOT to eat all day long! Love it 🙂 Glad I’m not the only one!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says:
I also crave cereal all day long. When I was pregnant I must have eaten Rice Krispies every night before bed. I love the combo of blackberries and coconut. Can’t wait to give this healthy treat a try.
Christine McMichael replied:
Hahaha, so funny! That sounds like me 🙂 Me too, SO good! Enjoy, Karen! 🙂