Creamy Almond & Stone Fruit Porridge

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Creamy Almond & Stone Fruit Porridge

Prep time: 5 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Servings: 1

Ingredients

The Base:

  • 1/2 cup Rolled oats (or steel-cut for more texture)

  • 1 cup Almond milk (or your preferred milk)

  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

  • A pinch of Sea salt

The Toppings:

  • 2 Fresh apricots, halved and pitted

  • 3-4 Fresh cherries

  • 1 tbsp Creamy almond butter

  • A handful of whole and sliced almonds

  • 1 tsp Hemp seeds or amaranth grain (for that fine crunch seen in the photo)

  • Optional: A drizzle of maple syrup or honey

Instructions

  1. Cook the Oats: In a small saucepan, combine the oats, milk, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

  2. Thicken: Stir frequently for about 5–8 minutes until the oats have absorbed the liquid and become creamy. If it gets too thick, add a splash more milk.

  3. Prepare the Fruit: While the oats cook, slice your apricots in half and remove the pits. Wash the cherries, leaving the stems on for that aesthetic “café” look.

  4. Assemble: Pour the hot porridge into a wide bowl.

  5. Layer the Flavors: * Place the apricot halves on one side.

    • Nestle the cherries in the center.

    • Scatter the whole and sliced almonds generously across the other side.

    • Drizzle the almond butter in a circular motion over the fruit and oats.

    • Finish with a sprinkle of hemp seeds or grains for texture.

Pro Tip

For extra flavor, you can lightly toast the almonds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before adding them to the bowl. It brings out a smoky, nutty aroma that pairs beautifully with the fresh apricots.

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