A rich and decadent Chocolatey porridge, for a breakfast treat that's ready in no time!
If using chocolate from a bar, finely chop it up and set it aside. If you're using callets (like I did here!), weigh them out and set them aside.
Put the oats and the oat milk into a microwave safe bowl, and give it a good mix to ensure there's no clumps of oats
Microwave for 2 minutes. Take it out, give it a good stir to ensure it's all cooking evenly, and then put it back in the microwave for a further 2-2 1/2 minutes, ensuring they're fully cooked.
Take the oats out of the microwave, and whilst still pipping hot, add in the chocolate and maple syrup. Give it all a good stir. The heat from within the porridge will quickly melt the chocolate, so make sure you get it evenly mixed! Give it a quick check, and add any extra maple syrup if you wanted a touch more sweetness.
Transfer to your serving bowl, and top with your toppings of choice - I always opt for a chopped banana, a handful of frozen berries, and an extra drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!
Mix the oats and the milk together in a medium saucepan, and place over a medium heat.
Once the oats start to boil, reduce the heat slightly to medium-low, and simmer for 4-5 minutes, stiring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the oats are fully cooked and the mixture has thickened nicely.
Take it off the heat, and add in the chocolate and maple syrup. Give it a good stir to allow the heat from the porridge to melt the chocolate, and make sure it's evenly mixed in. Give it a quick check, and add any extra maple syrup if you wanted a touch of more sweetness.
Transfer to your serving bowl, and top with your toppings of choice - I always opt for a chopped banana, a handful of frozen berries, and an extra drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!
This recipe is for using regular porridge oats. If you're using jumbo or rolled oats, this may increase the cooking times by a minute or 2, so be sure to check the instructions on the packet!
I use a 54.5% dark chocolate, so if you use a higher cocoa percentage you may need to add a little extra syrup. Be sure to test it before serving it!
Top this however you like - I always opt for chopped bananas and frozen berries, and an extra swirl of maple syrup.