Hot Barley Porridge for Breakfast with Dried Fruit and Pecans

A white heart shaped pot of breakfast barley porridge with dried fruit, milk, and nuts.

Hot Barley Porridge for Breakfast with Dried Fruit and Pecans

The perfect cozy, plant-based healthy breakfast and a delicious alternative to oats.

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Author Kori Butler

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 277 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup pearled barley
▢ 3 cups water
▢ 1 teaspoon cinnamon
▢ 2 to 4 tablespoons maple syrup (brown sugar could also be used)
▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
▢ 1 cup milk of choice (oat milk, almond, soy, or dairy)
▢ ½ cup mixed dried fruits of choice (chopped dates or apricots, blueberries, raisins, cherries, or cranberries.)
▢ ⅓ cup pecans (chopped; walnuts or almonds could be used)
▢ Optional toppings: dried or fresh fruit such as berries, raisins, chopped apples, or bananas. Chopped nuts, brown sugar or maple syrup, a little non-dairy or dairy butter, and a drizzle of milk or cream of choice.

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring barley, water, and salt to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to simmer. Cooking stirring occasionally until water is absorbed, about 25 to 30 minutes.
Stir in the milk, cinnamon, sweetener, vanilla, and dried berries. Bring to a gentle simmer stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat, stir in the nuts, and let sit for about 5 minutes.

Kori's Tips

For more helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes check out my post above.

SUBSTITUTIONS: Substitute any dried nuts or fruit or fresh berries. If using fresh berries, add in after cooking and let them warm through.

TIPS:

This porridge can be made ahead of time then reheated for a quick breakfast during the week.
Adjust any of the seasonings to your tastes.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with a dollop of butter (vegan or dairy), maple syrup (or brown sugar), and milk of choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 81mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 9gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 1mg

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