I absolutely love autumn. The misty days, beautiful scented candles and cuddling up under the blanket with the fire on, all make the frosty weather worthwhile. It’s also a time where people (myself definitely included) tend to indulge in hot chocolates, festive treats and alcohol.
I’ve decided to do a November detox. Not to lose weight, but
to feel happier and healthier in myself. So November is no alcohol and an
attempt at some healthy eating. Obviously the occasional treat will still be
allowed, and enjoyed, life is short!
What I’m learning is that comfort food can still be good for you. Stews, casseroles and home-made curries will all be delicious, warming comfort food throughout the colder months and are still packed full of vegetables but breakfast is where I struggle.
I’m just not that in to breakfast. Throughout summer a
yogurt will suffice, but now it’s colder something warm, and more filling is required so
it’s usually overnight oats with honey and perhaps some fruit during the week,
but how do I make weekend breakfasts more exciting, without going straight for
the bacon sarnies?
Baked porridge. Yes I know it’s very similar to overnight
oats, but it does make for a lovely warming Sunday breakfast. Packed full of
fruit, nuts and spices but with a crunchy sugar top this is ideal with a pot of
tea, and a good book, and feels slightly more special than normal porridge. Using spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon will fill your
house with lovely festive aromas, and really start getting you in the mood for
the holiday season.
Serves 2-3
Ingredients
75g oats
350ml milk
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
25g mixed chopped nuts
50g blueberries
1 apple, peeled and cubed
1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
Method
Preheat the oven to 180c
In a bowl mix together the oats, blueberries, apple, nuts and spices
Pour over the milk and stir until well combined
Place into oven proof dish and bake for 30 minutes
Take out and sprinkle the sugar over the top, heat the grill and place underneath for 2-3 minutes until golden and bubbling
Serve immediately.
Check out these other great baked oatmeal recipes;
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal from Fuss Free Flavours
Date & Ginger Baked Oatmeal Cake from Nosebag NI
Slow Cooker Oatmeal from The Crafty Larder
I love baked oatmeal. super comforting and a nice change on a bowl of porridge. Thanks for linking to my carrot cake porridge.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your November detox! I love baked oats this time of year. PInning. :)
ReplyDeleteThis looks so good. I have never had baked porridge before but I am going to try it now! x
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This sounds amazing! Such an ideal weekend breakfast, I'm trying to be a bit healthier this month too so lots of porridge! x
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I am a HUG porridge fan so am seriously happy to have stumbled across this. Whenever I see breakfast recipes involving oats these days its always for sludgy overnight oats - EUGH! This however sounds fantastic...I think I could eat that whole dish to myself...
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