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Chocolate Orange Porridge Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 7 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Western
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A delightful and nutritious Chocolate Orange Porridge combining the comforting creaminess of oats with rich cocoa and zesty satsuma for a refreshing twist on a classic breakfast.


Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 40g porridge oats
  • 150ml semi-skimmed milk
  • 50ml water
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder

Fruit and Toppings

  • 2 satsumas
  • 1 square dark chocolate

Optional

  • Sugar free sweetener (to taste)


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the oats, semi-skimmed milk, water, and cocoa powder to a saucepan, ensuring all ingredients are mixed well.
  2. Add Satsuma Juice: Cut one satsuma in half and squeeze the juice directly into the saucepan for a fresh citrus flavor.
  3. Cook Porridge: Place the saucepan over low heat and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent sticking and to allow the oats to soften and absorb the chocolate and citrus flavors.
  4. Adjust Sweetness: Optional step – add a drop of sugar free sweetener according to your taste preferences and stir thoroughly.
  5. Serve: Pour the cooked porridge into a bowl, top with a square of dark chocolate and arrange the segments from the second satsuma on top for added freshness and texture.

Notes

  • This recipe is great for batch cooking; you can prepare enough to last for 2-3 days. Store in the fridge for up to 48 hours.
  • Reheat on the stovetop or microwave, and add a little milk or water to loosen the porridge as necessary.
  • Calorie and nutritional values are approximate; for precise dietary requirements, calculate based on your specific ingredients.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg