Recipes

Easy Porridge with Flaxseed & Pumpkin Seeds

A warm bowl of porridge is one of the easiest and most nutritious ways to fuel your morning. This recipe combines oats, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, and a touch of maple syrup, creating a wholesome breakfast that’s naturally sweet, packed with fibre, and loaded with essential nutrients. Plus, it’s ready in just minutes!


Why You’ll Love This Porridge

✅ Quick & easy – Perfect for busy mornings.

✅ Slow-releasing energy – Keeps you full for hours.

✅ Packed with fibre & omega-3s – Thanks to flaxseed and pumpkin seeds.

✅ Naturally sweetened – No refined sugar, just a drizzle of maple syrup.


Ingredients (Serves 1)

• ½ pint water

• ½ pint soya milk (divided into two equal parts)

• 2 oz porridge oats

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• 1 tbsp flaxseed & pumpkin seeds


Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare your ingredients so everything is ready to go.

2️⃣ In a saucepan, combine the water, half the soya milk, and oats. Bring to a medium heat.

3️⃣ Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are creamy and have absorbed most of the liquid.

4️⃣ Remove from heat and pour into a bowl.

5️⃣ Drizzle the remaining soya milk around the porridge for a silky finish.

6️⃣ Sprinkle flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds over the top, then drizzle with maple syrup.

7️⃣ Serve hot and enjoy your nourishing, delicious breakfast!


Customise Your Porridge

• Make it extra creamy: Swap water for more soya milk.

• Add fruit: Sliced banana, berries, or grated apple work beautifully.

• Boost the protein: Stir in a spoonful of almond butter or a sprinkle of hemp seeds.

This easy porridge recipe is a breakfast game-changer—simple, satisfying, and packed with goodness to keep you going all morning!