Banana Porridge

I am a creature of habit because it is very rare that I wake up and choose something other than this breakfast. It is quick, filling and super healthy!

The mashed banana and crunchy cashew nut butter bring wonderful hidden flavours. Bananas being a great source of potassium and cashews providing a number of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, ensures that this bowl of porridge will nutritiously set you off for the day.

The final components of this porridge are the delicious toppings. I like to add a sprinkle of my homemade granola (click here for the recipe) and some fresh summer berries, which add another layer of textures and flavours. This means you are close to reaching your 5 a day in just one meal!

Feel free to add any fresh fruit you like. I have used almond milk in this recipe but you can use any milk that you prefer.

Ingredients:

(Makes one bowl)

- 200ml boiled water

- 100ml almond milk

- 80g fresh berries (I used blueberries, pomegranate and blackberries)

- 45g oats

- sprinkle of cinnamon

- 1 tsp crunchy cashew nut butter

- half a banana

- granola

Method:

1. Mash the banana using a fork and add it to the saucepan with a sprinkle of cinnamon and cashew nut butter. Mix the ingredients together.

2. Add the oats, water and almond milk to the saucepan and begin cooking it on a medium heat.

3. Once the porridge has thickened and it's piping hot, remove the saucepan from the hob and pour it into a bowl. Add a splash of cold almond milk if you prefer a thinner texture.

4. Finish your banana porridge by topping it with some granola and fresh berries.

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