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    Home » Breakfast

    Porridge With Nutella for Breakfast

    Published: May 9, 2022 · Modified: May 24, 2022 by Radwa · This post may contain affiliate links. 6 Comments

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    Nutella Porridge, or as our fellow friends from the States would call it, Chocolate Oatmeal is the best option you can go for when you are looking for a quick, filling, and delicious breakfast.

    You may also like Nutella overnight oats and Peanut Butter Porridge.

    Nutella Porridge in a bowl topped with hazelnut

    The comforting creaminess of Nutella paired with the nutty aroma and flavour of toasted hazelnuts slushing around in oats and milk is bound to make any breakfast session a treat.

    Have trouble getting the kids to down a healthy bowl of oats? Worry not because this recipe, thanks to the presence of the well-loved Nutella, is bound to become an immediate favourite. So, without further ado, let’s cook some magic!

    Why Does This Recipe Work?

    • The recipe requires only four ingredients!
    • The ingredients can be found at any grocery store near you.
    • This recipe is very quick and simple to make.
    • The presence of Nutella makes this a comfort food. Thus, this is a breakfast that will be loved by everyone, from kids to adults and perfect as a weekend breakfast.
    • Despite being easy to make, porridge proves to be a very filling breakfast.
    • It is a considerably healthy breakfast because of the presence of oats, milk, and nuts.
    Nutella Porridge in a bowl in the background a Nutella jar

    What Is In This Nutella Porridge Recipe?

    Rolled Oats. Rolled Oats are the base of the recipe. Using regular oats will give you a thicker texture.

    Milk. It will be used to boil the oats and to give a creamy consistency to the Porridge. Any kind of milk works for the recipe.

    Nutella. It is the ingredient that adds magic to the recipe. You can substitute it with any other brand’s hazelnut spread for the creamy sweetness if you prefer.

    Hazelnuts. Chopped Hazelnuts will act as the topping for the recipe.

    How To Make Nutella Porridge?

    step by step photo instructions
    1. In a saucepan, put oats and milk, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until creamy.
    2. Turn off the heat and stir in the Nutella.
    3. Transfer to a bowl, top with hazelnuts, and add extra Nutella and some milk if you wish.
    A spoonful of Nutella Porridge

    Top Tips!

    • You can use toasted hazelnuts if you want or any other nuts such as almond or walnut.
    • Varying the amount of milk will vary the consistency. Play around with it to make the Porridge suited to your taste.
    • Avoid using quick oats. They absorb the liquid differently.
    • Don’t let the Porridge overboil. Keep stirring it periodically, even if it is in the microwave.

    Some Variations

    • You can use plant-based milk or almond milk if you prefer.
    • Stirring in a spoonful of Chia seeds adds to the goodness of the recipe.
    • Add in some peanut butter along with Nutella to enjoy the heavenly peanut butter-Nutella porridge.
    • You can swap out the hazelnuts for pralines.
    • Instead of Nutella, you can use cocoa powder to make this Porridge. This will alter the taste to a certain extent.
    • Instead of milk, you can boil the oats in water and add a few tablespoons of butter for the creaminess.
    • Adding vanilla extract to the porridge will add a subtle hint of flavour to the recipe.
    • Instead of rolled oats, you can also use rice flakes, rolled barley, rolled spelt, or quinoa flakes.
    • You may add a pinch of salt to the Porridge. This will allow the flavours to blend well.
    Nutella Porridge in a bowl topped with hazelnut and spoon of Nutella

    Serving Suggestions

    • Porridge is best eaten as soon as it is ready.
    • Freshly squeezed fruit juices make for great breakfast accompaniments to the dish. The common consensus is on pairing the Nutella Porridge with orange juice.
    • Other great options that this recipe also pairs well with are smoothies or milkshakes.
    • Top the porridge with sliced fresh fruits like bananas, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc., to add some more nutrition and flavour to the recipe.
    • You can also top the dish with chocolate chips to make it a tasty explosion of chocolate.
    • Drizzling the porridge with some chocolate syrup is an absolute delight.
    • You can top the Porridge with dark or milk chocolate for added chocolatey goodness.

    Storage

    Make ahead of time

    You can make this recipe in advance and put it in the fridge, but it would be better to make preparations in advance instead of making the complete dish in advance.

    If you have whole hazelnuts, toast and chop them the night before so that you are ready to go in the morning. Additionally, soak the oats in milk and place them in the fridge in an airtight container overnight. This will ensure that they boil quickly the next day.

    To Store

    Leftover porridge can easily last for 1-2 days in the fridge. While the Porridge can be eaten cold as well, letting it come up to room temperature after taking it out will ensure the best taste.

    To Freeze

    Once the Porridge is cold, you can shift it to the freezer. It will be good to eat within three months. When you crave some chocolate Porridge, take it out of the freezer and heat it straightaway in the microwave – no need to defrost it!

    Reheating Instructions

    Nutella Porridge can be reheated in the microwave. However, it thickens on cooling, so stir in a little extra liquid (milk or water) and stir it well before chugging it in the microwave. Do not boil or simmer it; gentle reheating is all that is needed.

    Nutella Porridge in a bowl in the background a Nutella jar

    FAQs

    Is this recipe vegan friendly, given that I use plant-based milk?

    Since Nutella contains skimmed milk powder, this recipe, unfortunately, is not vegan-friendly. However, you can substitute Nutella with other hazelnut spreads that are free of animal-based ingredients and make the Porridge suitable for a vegan diet.

    Is Nutella Porridge Healthy?

    As mentioned earlier, it is a considerably healthy recipe, thanks to oats, milk, and hazelnuts.

    However, since Nutella forms a grand portion of this recipe, it is best not to serve it on a regular basis. While Nutella contains a small portion of calcium, it also has a lot of sugars and fat, which make it unhealthy for regular consumption.

    To make it healthier, you can opt for a hazelnut spread with no refined sugar.

    How do I tell if the Porridge is ready?

    When the rolled oats have absorbed all of the milk and have turned into a thick creamy mixture, the Porridge is ready to go. This is how you can tell if your Porridge is ready.

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    Nutella Porridge in a bowl
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    Porridge With Nutella For Breakfast

    Nutella porridge or chocolate oatmeal is the best option if you are looking for a quick, filling, delicious and healthy breakfast. It is made with 3 main ingredients; rolled oats, milk and Nutella.
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine British
    Keyword nutella oatmeal, Nutella Porridge
    Prep Time 2 minutes
    Cook Time 3 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 369kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Kitchen scales
    • Saucepan
    • Wooden spoon
    • Measuring spoons

    Ingredients

    • 70 g Rolled oats
    • 350 ml Milk
    • 2 tablespoon Nutella
    • 1 tablespoon Hazelnuts , for topping

    Instructions

    • In a saucepan, put oats and milk, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until creamy.
    • Turn off the heat and stir in the Nutella.
    • Transfer to a bowl, top with hazelnuts, extra Nutella and some milk if you wish.

    Video

    Notes

    • You can use toasted hazelnuts if you want or any other nuts such as almond or walnut.
    • Varying the amount of milk will vary the consistency. Play around with it to make the Porridge suited to your taste.
    • Avoid using quick oats. They absorb the liquid differently.
    • Don’t let the Porridge overboil. Keep stirring it periodically, even if it is in the microwave.

    Some Variations

    • You can use plant-based milk or almond milk if you prefer.
    • Stirring in a spoonful of Chia seeds adds to the goodness of the recipe.
    • Add in some peanut butter along with Nutella to enjoy the heavenly peanut butter-Nutella porridge.
    • You can swap out the hazelnuts for pralines.
    • Instead of Nutella, you can use cocoa powder to make this Porridge. This will alter the taste to a certain extent.
    • Instead of milk, you can boil the oats in water and add a few tablespoons of butter for the creaminess.
    • Adding vanilla extract to the Nutella Porridge will add a subtle hint of flavour to the recipe.
    • Instead of rolled oats, you can also use rice flakes, rolled barley, rolled spelt, or quinoa flakes.
    • You may add a pinch of salt to the Porridge. This will allow the flavours to blend well.

    Storage

    • To Store: Leftover porridge can easily last for 1-2 days in the fridge.
    • To Freeze: Keep in the for 2-3 months in an airtight container.
    • Reheating: Porridge can be reheated in the microwave or on the stove.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 498mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 259mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Comments

    1. Mary

      May 09, 2022 at 1:16 am

      5 stars
      Oatmeal is a simple breakfast, I always try to add new things to it, and this recipe was perfect.

      Reply
      • Radwa

        May 09, 2022 at 1:18 am

        Glad that you liked it:)

        Reply
    2. Olivia

      May 09, 2022 at 1:23 am

      5 stars
      Chocolate and porridge, OMG!

      Reply
    3. Evelyn

      May 09, 2022 at 1:29 am

      5 stars
      Can I add cocoa powder instead?

      Reply
      • Radwa

        May 09, 2022 at 1:33 am

        Yes, you can; you may also need to add some sugar. Because cocoa powder is not as sweet as Nutella

        Reply
    4. Lora

      May 09, 2022 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      Porridge is always my favourite healthy breakfast.

      Reply

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