A warming bowl of oats that are bursting with orange flavours and a hint of cinnamon and ginger are just what you need on a cold day. This Spiced Orange Porridge is the perfect winter breakfast that is comforting and sweet, and easy to adapt with your favourite toppings.
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When you feel cold as soon as you get out of bed, a big bowl of warming spiced porridge is just what you need. This Spiced Orange Porridge isn't just warming from being hot, but the warming flavours from the cinnamon and ginger too.
Looking for more warming breakfasts? Why not try our Pumpkin Pie Porridge, Apple Pie Porridge, Breakfast Hash or Mexican Beans on Toast?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Oats - We just used based rolled oats, as these are the best for making porridge.
- Milk - This recipe is made using whole milk, as it makes it nice and creamy. However, you could use skimmed or semi-skimmed milk. If you want to make this recipe vegan, then swap it for almond or oat milk.
- Clementines - We have used juice and zest from clementines, which add a real boost of flavour to the porridge. They look stunning sliced on top of the spiced orange porridge too.
- Honey - This is how we sweetened the porridge. You could just sprinkle some sugar on top, or leave it out if you don't like sweet porridge. If you are making this vegan, swap the honey for maple syrup.
- Spices - We used cinnamon and ginger. You could add some nutmeg too.
- Vanilla - A little splash goes a long way in this recipe. Use extract, not essence.
More ingredient substitutions and variations can be found in the recipe card.
How to Make Spiced Porridge
- One: Put the oats, milk, clementine juice and zest, honey, vanilla and spices in a pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for around 5 minutes, until starting to thicken.
- Two: Divide between bowls and add toppings of your choice.
Porridge Toppings
The great thing about porridge is that there are so many different ways to top it. The options are almost endless. Of course you need some sliced of oranges on top, but then feel free to go wild. We went with some sunflower seeds for crunch, and then raisins for little bursts of sweetness.
A drizzle of chocolate syrup or some dark chocolate chips would be a great addition, as chocolate and orange is one of the best flavour combinations there is.
Banana, or any kind of berry is a good fruity addition to porridge. If you want to add some extra texture, then crushed nuts like walnuts, pecans or almonds are good. We also like to stir a spoonful of nut butter into the porridge too.
Dannii's Top Tips
- If you want to give this porridge a bit of a protein boost, add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds to the mixture before cooking.
- The key to having perfect porridge is cooking it low and slow. This is so the oats are perfectly cooked and really creamy. Don't rush then.
- This can be microwaved for 4 minutes if you prefer.
- Add some extra flavour, and make this porridge really creamy, by swapping 100ml of the milk for coconut milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any leftovers of this orange porridge, then you can use it to make porridge pancakes. Mix the leftover porridge with a little self-raising flour (equal weights flour to porridge), a banana, 100ml of milk and 2 eggs and then fry as pancakes.
You can make a vegan version of this spiced orange porridge by swapping the milk for a plant based version. We like almond or oat. If you find that your porridge is getting a little too thick, then you can add a little more.
Yes, if you are short on time and you don't want to stand over the stove for 5 minutes, then this can be made in the microwave. Pour everything into a large microwavable bowl, and then cook for 4 minutes, stirring half way through.
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Recipe
Spiced Orange Porridge
Ingredients
- 100 g (1.25 cups) of Oats - (use certified gluten free oats to ensure this recipe is gluten free)
- 600 ml (2.5 cups) of Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons of Honey
- 2 Clementines - juice only
- 1 Clementine - zest only
- 0.5 teaspoon of Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon of Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon of Vanilla extract
- Raisins, clementine slices and sunflower seeds to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Put 100 g of Oats, 600 ml of Whole milk, juice of 2 Clementines and zest of 1 Clementine, 2 tablespoons of Honey, 0.5 tsp of Vanilla extract, 0.5 tsp of Ground cinnamon and 0.5 tsp of Ground ginger into a pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for around 5 minutes, until starting to thicken.
- Divide the porridge between two bowls and top with Raisins, clementine slices and sunflower seeds to serve (optional).
Recipe Notes
- If you want to give this porridge a bit of a protein boost, add 2 tablespoon of chia seeds to the mixture before cooking.
- The key to having perfect porridge is cooking it slow and slow. This is so the oats are perfectly cooked, not dry and really creamy. Don't rush then.
- This can be microwaved for 4 minutes if you prefer.
- Add some extra flavour, and make this porridge really creamy, by swapping 100ml of the milk for coconut milk.
- To ensure this recipe is definitely gluten free, use oats that are certified gluten free.
Nutritional Information
Where nutritional information is provided, it is approximate and calculated using online tools. Values can vary depending on the ingredients and brands used, but we endeavour to be as accurate as possible.
All timings are a guide and may vary depending on the ingredients, equipment and, where relevant, the appliance used. Changing the serving size may also affect the time needed.
Jo says
This was absolutely gorgeous. Well worth getting out of bed for!!
Lisa Cavallaro says
I made this and will certainly make it again. My husband commented wholeheartedly how good it was and I'm looking forward to making a large batch for the holidays when my kids are home. I've never considered adding orange to oatmeal and it pairs so nicely with the chocolate.
Helen says
This looks like a gorgeous way to make the morning bowl of porridge more interesting. And all those extra vitamins and minerals too :-)
Ryan Martin says
Didn't have raisins in cupboard, used goji berries instead. So delicious I want more!
Sara Welch says
Such a great way to start my day! Gave this a try for breakfast and it did not disappoint! So delicious!
Sunena says
I am always looking for new ways to try out oatmeal and porridge - I am 100% adding this to my list! Thank you for the fabulous idea.
Cate says
This porridge sounds so fresh and tasty! Can't wait to make this for breakfast!
Chris Collins says
This is so perfect for a chilly weekend morning! Can't wait to try the recipe :)
Mary says
Tastes amazing I added some walnut halves, dark chocolate and used plant milk. It ended up being quite high in calories so would need to adjust toppings if wanted it to be lower. Will see if it keeps me full longer though