I couldn’t think of a better breakfast combination than creamy coconut milk, sweet blackberries, 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!
What You’ll Love About This Recipe
- A filling and nutritious way to start the day!
- Easy to make (with minimal dishes)
- 10-minute cook time
- 6 simple ingredients
- Perfect for meal prepping or batch cooking!
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What is Buckwheat?
You might be interested to know that buckwheat is actually not wheat or grain! Buckwheat is grain-like seeds that come from a plant related to sorrell and rhubarb. It’s naturally gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in nutrients.
I love adding buckwheat groats to healthy salads or using buckwheat flour in pancakes!
Ingredients for Gluten-Free Porridge
- Rolled oats – These are a staple for porridge recipes!
- Buckwheat groats – Add protein, nutrition, and a delicious earthy flavor.
- Coconut milk – I love the thickness and sweetness of coconut milk in this recipe, but really any type of plant-based milk works great!
- Water
- Maple syrup – Feel free to adjust this to taste.
- Blackberries – Fresh or frozen. Any type of berries or fresh fruit is great in this recipe!
- Optional toppings – Sliced almonds, shredded coconut, additional blackberries for garnish.
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! Here’s how to make Buckwheat Porridge:
- Cook buckwheat groats and oats in water and coconut milk.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- Add maple syrup to taste.
- Mix in blackberries (or any other fruit) and enjoy!
It’s super easy and so comforting!
Porridge Toppings
- Coconut shavings
- Fresh berries or any fresh fruits
- Dried fruits such as raisins and cranberries
- Homemade Granola
- Yogurt
- Almond Butter
- Nuts
How to Meal Prep Porridge
To meal prep porridge, make it in advance and let it cool. Place in airtight containers, then store in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months! When ready to enjoy, add a little bit of extra milk or water to the porridge and heat up in the microwave or stove top.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes
- Tofu Scramble Vegan Breakfast Bowl
- Blueberry & Yogurt Breakfast Bowls
- Tomato & Lentil Breakfast Bruschetta
- Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad
- Pomegranate Breakfast Parfait
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Buckwheat Porridge Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup buckwheat groats
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups blackberries (fresh or frozen)
- optional toppings: sliced almonds (shredded coconut, additional blackberries for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, mix the oats, buckwheat groats, coconut milk, and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Stir in the maple syrup and adjust to desired sweetness.
- Fold in the blackberries and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the berries are just softened.
- Spoon the porridge into bowls. Top with extra blackberries and any garnishes you want, like sliced almonds or shredded coconut!
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! 🙂