Coconut Milk Orange Porridge (Printable Version)
A comforting bowl of coconut-infused oats topped with orange-scented toasted oats for a delicious breakfast experience.
# Ingredient List:
→ Porridge
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Orange-Kissed Oat Topping
07 - 1/4 cup rolled oats
08 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
10 - Zest of 1 orange
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (almonds or pecans) (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Orange segments
13 - Extra orange zest
14 - Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup oats, coconut milk, water, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
02 - Cook for 8–10 minutes until the oats are creamy and tender. Adjust sweetness if desired.
03 - Meanwhile, prepare the topping: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt coconut oil. Add 1/4 cup oats, maple syrup, orange zest, and nuts if using. Toast, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat.
04 - Divide the cooked porridge between two bowls. Top with the orange-kissed oat mixture.
05 - Garnish with orange segments, extra orange zest, and toasted coconut flakes if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The coconut milk creates an impossibly silky texture that makes you feel like youre indulging in something far more decadent than a humble bowl of oats.
- Its one of those magical dishes that takes just minutes to prepare but makes you feel like youve given yourself a proper moment of self-care before the day begins.
02 -
- Stirring the porridge too frequently can make it gluey rather than creamy, so resist the urge to hover and stir constantly.
- The orange-oat topping will continue to crisp up after you remove it from the heat, so take it off the flame when its still slightly softer than your desired final texture.
03 -
- For a truly transcendent experience, warm your serving bowls in the oven for a minute before filling them, which keeps your porridge perfectly hot all the way to the last spoonful.
- Save the empty coconut milk can to use as a vase for a small kitchen flower arrangement, a little reminder of your beautiful breakfast each time you glance at it.