Almond and Date Brown Rice Porridge for Breakfast
Warm and comforting for breakfast, this soothing brown rice porridge with almonds and fruit is sweetened with only dates and bananas.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Success® Brown Rice
- 2 cups almond milk
- 8 dates, pitted and chopped, divided
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 bananas, mashed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
Jam-packed with nutty notes from almond milk, sliced almonds, and Success® Brown Rice, this vegan-friendly meal sweetened with juicy berries, sweet dates, and mashed banana will please everyone around the table! Just be ready for the family to ask for more!
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 2
In large saucepan set over medium-high heat, combine cooked rice, almond milk, half of the dates and the cinnamon; bring to boil.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring, 8 to 10 mins or until rice is very tender and mixture is creamy and thickened. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
Step 4
Divide porridge among 4 bowls. Top with berries, almonds and remaining dates.
Recipe Tip
For a nut-free coconut variation, substitute dairy-free coconut beverage for almond milk, and toasted coconut for sliced almonds.
Reheating Porridge
If you end up with extra porridge, you could refrigerate it for a couple of days. In fact, you could even portion it out and freeze it in freezer-safe bags for a few months! Keep in mind that grains continue to absorb all the flavor and moisture from the other ingredients and, thus, will thicken up. Simply splash in some extra almond milk before reheating and you’ll get that creamy texture back. There’s a couples ways to revive this delicious dish:
Stovetop: Simply simmer leftovers on low heat until it’s thoroughly heated – about 5 minutes.
Microwave: Microwave for a minute and then stir before heating for an additional minute.
Meal Prep for Mornings
A satisfying meal will give you the boost of energy that will get you through the morning, so why not start your morning right with a delicious breakfast made with natural sweeteners? Mix things up and get your day going with a grab-and-go jar of Quinoa Overnight Oats – it’s just as tasty as it looks!
Don’t let the cook time scare you away from enjoying a warm, creamy breakfast. Whether you reheat this porridge or choose one of our other delicious recipes, quick and easy breakfasts are well within reach! Set yourself up for success by spending a Sunday afternoon Acing Meal Prep. Looking for a dinner idea? Try our: easy Spanish rice recipe.
