Creamy porridge with spiced apple & cranberry

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Creamy porridge with spiced apple & cranberry
20 min.
6
231kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful way to kick off your day or treat yourself during brunch, this Creamy Porridge with Spiced Apple & Cranberry is sure to become a favorite! Bursting with warm flavors and comforting textures, this vegetarian and gluten-free dish is prepared in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends alike.

Imagine the satisfaction of golden, tender apples mingling with pops of tart cranberries, all gently spiced to create a delicious harmony that dances around your taste buds. This recipe not only delivers on flavor but also offers a wholesome balance of nutrients, ensuring you start your day right. With creamy porridge oats simmered in rich whole milk and a hint of vanilla, each bowl serves as a warm hug on chilly mornings.

The best part? You can prepare the spiced fruit topping a day in advance, allowing you to maximize your time without sacrificing taste. Whether you're serving it to guests or enjoying it in solitude, this dish is designed to impress. With just 231 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! Dive into a bowl of this delightful Creamy Porridge topped with spiced apple and cranberry, and let each spoonful transport you to cozy autumn mornings, regardless of the season.

Ingredients

  •  eating apples diced cored peeled quartered
  • 200 cranberry fresh ()
  • tsp spice mixed
  • tbsp granulated sugar 
  • 200 porridge oat 
  • milk whole
  • tsp vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Put the apples in a pan with 100ml water and cook gently until almost softened. Turn up the heat.
  2. Add the cranberries, mixed spice and 3 tbsp of the caster or granulated sugar and bubble until saucy. You can make this a day before serving.
  3. Tip the oats, milk, vanilla and remaining sugar into a big saucepan. Bring to the boil, stirring constantly, and simmer for 4-5 mins until creamy. Divide between 6 bowls and top with the warm or cold fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories231kcal
Protein11.51%
Fat23.59%
Carbs64.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.93
Glycemic Load
16.69
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.719565189403%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
16.91mg
Delphinidin
2.56mg
Malvidin
0.15mg
Pelargonidin
0.11mg
Peonidin
16.4mg
Catechin
1.31mg
Epigallocatechin
0.48mg
Epicatechin
8.31mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.5mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
2.21mg
Quercetin
8.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:231.11kcal
11.56%
Fat:6.28g
9.66%
Saturated Fat:3.35g
20.94%
Carbohydrates:38.86g
12.95%
Net Carbohydrates:34.86g
12.68%
Sugar:29.34g
32.6%
Cholesterol:20.63mg
6.88%
Sodium:68.56mg
2.98%
Alcohol:0.24g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:6.89g
13.79%
Calcium:225mg
22.5%
Phosphorus:213.39mg
21.34%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.34%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.23%
Fiber:4g
16%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.47%
Vitamin D:1.89µg
12.61%
Potassium:408.65mg
11.68%
Vitamin C:8.93mg
10.83%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.44%
Magnesium:36.71mg
9.18%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
8.99%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.22%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.43%
Selenium:5.19µg
7.41%
Vitamin A:348.47IU
6.97%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.82%
Vitamin K:4.38µg
4.17%
Copper:0.07mg
3.62%
Iron:0.56mg
3.1%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.91%
Folate:5.14µg
1.29%