Millet Porridge With Berries (Printable)

Creamy millet simmered with aromatic spices and topped with fresh mixed berries for a nourishing breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup millet, rinsed
02 - 2½ cups water
03 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

→ Spices

05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit Topping

09 - 1½ cups mixed fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries)

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans), optional
11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds, optional

# How-To:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine millet, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
02 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Add milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom. Stir well, cover, and cook for another 10 minutes, until millet is creamy and tender.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup or honey.
05 - Spoon porridge into bowls. Top with mixed berries, nuts, and seeds as desired. Serve warm, with extra milk or sweetener if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It transforms a humble grain into something luxuriously creamy without any fuss or fancy techniques.
  • The spice blend wakes up your senses while the berries add brightness and natural sweetness that feels indulgent but is genuinely good for you.
  • It's forgiving enough for a weekday morning but looks special enough to serve when someone stays over.
02 -
  • The milk must be added partway through cooking, not at the beginning, or your porridge will never achieve that creamy texture—this was my hard-learned lesson on a rushed Tuesday morning.
  • Frozen berries thaw beautifully into warm porridge, creating a natural sauce that fresh berries sometimes won't, so don't hesitate to reach for what you have in your freezer.
03 -
  • A splash of coconut milk stirred in just before serving adds an unexpected richness and makes the porridge feel almost decadent without being heavy.
  • If you're cooking for someone with a different preference, make the base porridge plain and let each person customize their spice level and toppings—sometimes that's what makes it feel truly special to them.
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