This bowl is a warm, wholesome embrace — creamy oat porridge layered with tangy-sweet berry-cherry chia jam, velvety almond butter, a dollop of thick Greek yoghurt, and fresh banana slices. It’s a fiber-rich, protein-packed, and naturally sweetened meal that fuels your body while satisfying your senses.
Oat Porridge with Berry and Cherry Chia Jam
Description
There’s something beautifully grounding about starting your day with a bowl of warm oat porridge. But this isn’t your average oatmeal. Topped with homemade berry and cherry chia jam, drizzled with almond butter, layered with a dollop of creamy Greek yoghurt, and finished with fresh banana slices, this bowl becomes a celebration of flavour, texture, and nourishment.
Every spoonful offers a harmonious mix of warmth and coolness, sweetness and tang, creaminess and crunch. The oats provide a soft, satisfying base, rich in fiber and slow-releasing energy. The chia jam, bursting with natural tartness from berries and cherries, adds both brightness and antioxidants. Almond butter lends a nutty depth and healthy fats, while the thick, tangy Greek yoghurt brings a cooling contrast and a boost of protein. The banana rounds it all out with gentle sweetness and potassium-rich goodness.
This is more than just breakfast — it's a nourishing ritual. It fuels your body with whole ingredients and balances indulgence with intention. Perfect for busy mornings, mindful weekends, or anytime you want a meal that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Why you'll love it:
- Rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats
- Naturally sweetened and deeply satisfying
- Great for digestion, energy, and overall wellness
- Easily customizable with your favourite toppings
Top it off with a pinch of cinnamon — and enjoy a bowl that’s as beautiful to look at as it is to eat.
Ingredients
For the chia jam:
For the oat porridge:
To serve with:
Instructions
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Cook the oats in a pan on low heat until cooked through, about 15-18 minutes.
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Meanwhile, add all the ingredients for the chia jam to a pot and cook for 10-12 minutes. When ready, let it cool down a bit.
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Divide the porridge between two bowls and top with chia jam, almond butter, yoghurt, banana and cinnamon and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 554.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22.16g35%
- Total Carbohydrate 71.81g24%
- Protein 16.41g33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.