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Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)

Posted by: Diabetic Foodie / Breakfast, Pasta & Grains, Vegan / October 28, 2013

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Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)
Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)

How nice is it to wake up on a busy morning and have a healthy breakfast ready to go? Overnight porridge is made in the slow cooker for a perfect start to the day.

Three bowls of slow cooker overnight porridge on a table

Does making time to cook a healthy breakfast in the morning seem like a daunting task? No matter when I wake up, it seems like I’m always rushing out the door.

This overnight porridge is the perfect solution! You throw everything in your slow cooker the night before, let it sit on low for eight hours, then wake up to a hot breakfast that’s sure to energize your day.

It’s also great for meal prepping. I like to make a big batch, then save the leftovers for later in the week. Each morning, I just pop a serving in the microwave and I’m ready to go.

How to make overnight porridge

It’s almost hard to believe how easy it is to make this recipe. Let’s see how it’s done!

Ingredients in individual ramekins

Step 1: Combine the oats, rice, millet, barley, wild rice, grits, flaxseed, salt, and water in the slow cooker.

Porridge ingredients in a slow cooker

Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or overnight.

Cooked porridge in a slow cooker

Step 3: Stir well before serving.

That’s it! I like to mix in a little cinnamon and almond milk, then top with fresh berries and chopped nuts for a nutritious breakfast that tastes like a treat.

Bowl of overnight porridge with berries

Choosing your grains

Do you have bags of whole grains you bought but never got around to eating? Did you make one recipe with millet and now, the opened bag is just sitting in your pantry? Porridge is a great way to use up those miscellaneous grains.

I listed some of my favorite grains to include, but this is a very flexible recipe. If you have a local health food store that sells grains in bulk, feel free to pick out some you’ve never tried before.

It’s hard to go wrong with this recipe. Don’t be afraid to try something new!

Closeup on a spoonful of porridge

Storage

Let the extra porridge cool, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to five days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to three months.

When you’re ready to enjoy, just scoop out a serving and heat it in the microwave. Add your mix-ins and toppings, then enjoy!

Bowl of overnight porridge next to bowl of berries

Other make-ahead healthy breakfast recipes

Looking for more ideas to meal-prep your breakfasts for the week? It’s so nice to wake up and have your first meal of the day ready to go! Here are a few of my favorite recipes I know you’ll love:

  • Oatmeal Muffins with Pumpkin Seeds and Nuts
  • Crustless Quiche with Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers
  • Bacon & Egg Muffins

For even more healthy breakfast inspiration, check out my roundup of Diabetes-Friendly Smoothies!

When you’ve tried this porridge, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)
5 from 3 votes

Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)

How nice is it to wake up on a busy morning and have a healthy breakfast ready to go? Overnight porridge is made in the slow cooker for a perfect start to the day.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:8 hours
Total Time:8 hours 5 minutes
Author:Diabetic Foodie
Servings:10
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup steel-cut oats
  • ½ cup short-grain brown rice
  • ½ cup millet
  • ½ cup whole-grain barley
  • ⅓ cup wild rice
  • ¼ cup polenta or corn grits (not instant)
  • 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 8 cups water
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Combine the oats, rice, millet, barley, wild rice, grits, flaxseed, salt, and water in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Stir well before serving.

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 10 servings of porridge.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat in the microwave to serve.
 

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Overnight Porridge (Slow Cooker)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 126.7mg6%
Potassium 95.3mg3%
Carbohydrates 24.5g8%
Fiber 3.7g15%
Sugar 0.4g0%
Protein 3.8g8%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Net carbs 20.8g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Vegan
Keyword: overnight porridge, slow cooker recipes, vegan
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  1. Susan 30A EATS says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    Perfect for the fall and holiday season!

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  2. Joshua Hampton says

    October 28, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    This is marvelous. I’ve been looking for breakfast items I can make ahead other than oatmeal, and this porridge recipe hits the spot. Thanks for this.

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