Millet Porridge With Berries (Printable)

Creamy millet simmered with aromatic spices and topped with fresh mixed berries for a comforting morning meal.

# What You Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup millet, rinsed
02 - 2 ½ cups water
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

→ Spices

05 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
07 - ¼ tsp ground cardamom
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit Topping

09 - 1 ½ cups mixed fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries)

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans; optional)
11 - 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine millet, water, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
02 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03 - Stir in milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes until millet becomes creamy and tender.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup or honey until fully incorporated.
05 - Portion porridge into serving bowls. Top with mixed berries, nuts, and seeds as desired. Serve warm with additional milk or sweetener if preferred.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The warming spices make your entire kitchen smell like a cozy bakery on a rainy morning
  • It transforms an often overlooked grain into something luxurious and satisfying
02 -
  • Millet can sometimes have a bitter aftertaste if you skip rinsing it thoroughly under running water
  • The porridge continues thickening as it stands, so if it looks too loose give it another minute on the heat
03 -
  • Toasting the millet in a dry pan for two minutes before adding water deepens its natural nutty flavor
  • Letting the porridge rest off the heat for five minutes before serving allows it to reach perfect consistency
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