Buckwheat Porridge With Cinnamon and Pear

I can’t believe I’m posting a buckwheat porridge recipe. Porridge dredges up all sorts of childhood memories. I was never a fan of ‘Cream of Wheat’ growing up and mom could never convince me otherwise. Buckwheat porridge, on the other hand? These days, I could eat this for breakfast every day (I actually crave it)!

Creamy, slightly nutty (like me) and spiced with warm cinnamon, I’d venture to say it’s like a deconstructed cinnamon bun. But without the guilt or health ramifications.

Buckwheat Porridge Recipe

Kasha is buckwheat groats that have been roasted and that’s what we’re using for this recipe. Be sure to buy the coarsest grain, not fine, as shown below.

Health Benefits of Kasha

Kasha is a great source of fibre and compared to rice, wheat or corn, buckwheat contains higher levels of zinc, copper, and manganese. Kasha also contains antioxidants and can contribute to the reduction of cholesterol. The added bonus for us is that it’s also gluten free. Despite the name, there’s no ‘wheat’ or gluten in buckwheat!

Hot Cereal for Breakfast

More often than not, we make this using coconut milk instead of milk. We both love the added flavour.

You can substitute an apple for the pear, but I’d suggest choosing a granny smith that can stand up to cooking without going mushy. Either way, be sure to peel your chosen fruit.

For even more coconut kick, substitute the butter with coconut oil when you heat the fruit.

I’m sure I’d feel very differently about ‘porridge’ if I ate this growing up. However, this buckwheat breakfast bowl has definitely converted me. Because it keeps us satisfied until lunch, this is now one of the go-to’s we reach for on weekends right before we get busy with our DIY projects.

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