Gelatin Free Oat Porridge
Warm, creamy, and endlessly comforting, this oat porridge is the kind of breakfast that makes getting out of bed genuinely worthwhile. Rolled oats are simmered low and slow in a mix of water and whole milk until thick and velvety, then finished with a knob of butter that makes the whole bowl taste rich and satisfying. Every single ingredient here is straightforwardly plant- or dairy-based, so there's nothing hidden to second-guess — no thickeners, no additives, nothing derived from animal byproducts beyond the butter and milk. That makes it a naturally safe and fuss-free choice for anyone navigating gelatin or similar animal-derived ingredients in their food. A drizzle of honey or maple syrup adds just enough sweetness, and fresh fruit, nuts, or a dusting of cinnamon on top lets you customize every bowl to your mood. It's simple cooking at its most honest, and the result is genuinely better than anything that comes out of a packet.
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2 servings
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
For serving
- fresh fruit, nuts, or a pinch of ground cinnamon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, milk, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- 2
Stir in the rolled oats and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently, until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and the porridge is thick and creamy, about 5–7 minutes.
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