Looking for a warm and comforting Hot Cereal that’s high fiber, but not loaded with carbohydrates?
Low Carb Hot Cereal
I’m here to help! You don’t have to give up your cozy warm breakfast on the Keto Diet.
Fiber Rich Food
My Low Carb Hot Cereal is full of fiber rich foods, here’s a breakdown of the fiber in each of the ingredients in the recipe.
Keto Cereal
A healthy twist on the classic porridge, this wonderful keto cereal will shake up your breakfast routine in the best way.
Low Carb Hot Cereal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon brown flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ¼ cup walnuts
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅙ teaspoon celtic sea salt
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in a vitamix and blend until finely ground
- Pour boiling water into vitamix, cover with lid
- Blend very carefully starting on low setting, then moving to high, until porridge is smooth
- Transfer porridge to a bowl
- Garnish with butter and coconut milk
- Serve
Equipment
Gluten Free Breakfast
I loved eating hot cereal growing up. This healthier gluten-free breakfast brings back precious memories of wolfing down something hot before rushing off to school in the morning.
Low Carb Cereal
Back in those days, we thought Cream of Wheat was a nutritious and healthy comfort food.
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In hindsight, this was probably not the best thing for someone with an autoimmune disorder or two.
In addition to being a gluten bomb, Cream of Wheat hot cereal is not good for those of us that are carbohydrate intolerant.
Diagnosed with Celiac Disease
But back then I had not been diagnosed with celiac disease and we did not know any better.
We drowned our hot cereal in tons of margarine, making it a savory breakfast option for the morning. Now, I love eating this Low Carb Hot Cereal smothered in butter that melts right into it.
What is Porridge?
Wondering if this Hot Cereal is porridge? I’m here to help.
According to Wikipedia, it’s a dish made by boiling grains such as oats or other cereal meals in water, milk, or broth.
Porridge vs Oatmeal
And if you’re trying to figure out the difference between porridge and oatmeal, I’ve got you covered. Oatmeal is a type of porridge made with oats.
I often make oatmeal for the boys using gluten-free oats. I don’t eat that though because I’ve been strictly grain-free since 2001.
My gluten free hot cereal is a twist on the classic porridge because it’s made with a base of nuts and seeds, rather than grains.
Warm and hearty gluten free hot cereal is every bit as good as traditional porridge and also quick and easy to make!
Supplements to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally
You may notice I use a full teaspoon of cinnamon in this hot cereal recipe.
This is because numerous studies indicate cinnamon controls blood sugar, additionally, I love the flavor of this spice.
Sugar Free Cereal
Speaking of blood sugar, this recipe is for a sugar free cereal. Better yet? It’s loaded with fiber to further regulate your blood glucose levels.
Low Carb hot cereal makes a quick and healthy breakfast with eggs and a hot mug of my liver cleansing Dandelion Root Coffee.
High Fiber Breakfast
I hope you love this high fiber breakfast as much as we do! What’s your favorite breakfast –hot or cold? Leave a comment and let me know.
I first shared this Low Carb Hot Cereal recipe, based on recipes from Ricki Heller’s and Andrea Nakayama. in 2011.
Nightbird says
Respectfully, this was absolutely awful. Yes, it may look like porridge, but it certainly doesn’t taste like it nor could fool me or anyone in my family that it was porridge. And all of that fiber constipated me to boot, and was very hard and painful to pass in the bathroom. I’m not new to low-carb and keto eating, being that I am a T2 diabetic, and have tried tons of these type of recipes. But I would really appreciate it if content creators were more careful in their wording because not only is it expensive to buy these ingredients but it is very depressing to once again try a recipe that claims to taste like a traditional high carb one and it simply doesn’t. I know the content creator meant well, but many of us out here have very discerning taste buds and limited budgets, and would rather something be labeled honestly. Not to mention it doesn’t make me want to return to this website for more recipes. If you enjoyed this recipe I’m happy for you. But this certainly didn’t taste like any kind of porridge I’ve ever had nor did I enjoy it.
Elana says
Nightbird, thanks for sharing your opinion here. I love this grain-free cereal and am so sorry you did not like it. Agree, my recipes are very healthy and some palates may not be adapted to this, or the other recipes on my website.
Lisa says
This looks fab and I can’t wait to try it. I appreciate the comments from the tribe on what has worked for them and ingredient swaps they had success with. There are one or two things I would need to switch out for me. Ive been eating fonio for a few months now, its a great hot non wheat/oat cereal, which I have really missed. I feel great when I eat it, but always on the lookout for new breakfast, non egg, lower carb, options. Thanks for another great suggestion.
Elana says
Lisa, you’re welcome!
Katie says
Thank you for the reminder for this recipe! I’ll tweak it to reduce the oxalates I must limit! No chia for me, and have to be careful with the walnuts. I can add sunflower seeds though. I’ll play with the ratios and see what I can come up with. I also LOVED cream of wheat (and malt o meal!) as a girl, and used to make a chocolate version by adding half a Hershey bar! But hey, some good dark chocolate in yours could work! I make myself a n’oatmeal with riced cauli and apples, spices and coconut milk. I could beef that up by adding the seeds.
Elana says
Thanks for your comment Katie!
Christine says
This recipe is really yummy. I mixed it with yogurt and raspberries, and it kept me full for hours. You will not miss your oatmeal with this recipe!
Elana says
Christine, thanks for letting me know this recipe is really yummy!
Patricia Rodgers says
Hello Elana,
Thanks for all your delicious recipes. Is there an alternative way to cook this porridge without using a Vitamix? Can I use a hand mixer?
Kind regards,
Tricia
Elana says
Patricia, I haven’t tried that so not sure :-)
Lisa says
you could most likely use a food processor and place in a soup bowl and add the boiling water cover and let it steep for a few minutes. I think that is how I’m going to try it.
Nicole says
Made this for the first time this morning and it was incredible, thick and creamy!
I’m not a fan of cinnamon in anything other then baking though, so next time I will omit this.
I added some coconut oil on top before eating.
Thank you for sharing!
Elana says
Nicole, you’re welcome!
Jill says
Good morning! One thing I am grateful for during this unique season of Covid-19, is the extra time to try new recipes (and leave comments). I have seen this one for years and never took the time to try it. I didn’t think it would be sweet enough for me. However, once again, Elana, you do not lead us astray. I have enjoyed a full serving of this porridge almost every day whilst in quarantine. I have added dried blueberries, subbed out walnuts for pecans, and thrown in a scoop of collagen. It is an easy recipe to play around with. Thank you for a warm breakfast choice.
Elana says
Jill, thanks for your darling comment! I love that you say, “Elana, you do not lead us astray.” You’ve inspired me to go whip up a batch right now.
Lisa says
Uh oh. I’ve been making this for years now and only now am I seeing it’s supposed to be 2 servings I gobble all this up!!! I occasionally add butter or berries. This recipe has saved me so many times- settles my complicated stomach. Thank you so much.
Elana says
Lisa, that’s ok! And you’re very welcome :-)
Christina says
Sounds yummy and I can’t wait to try it! Just curious – have you tried using an Instant Pot instead?
Elana says
Christine, thanks for your comment! I haven’t tried that but what a great idea :-)
Chelsea says
Does anyone know the calorie count per serving? Thanks!
Elana says
Chelsea, for more on that please go here:
https://elanaspantry.com/nutrition-information/
Have a wonderful day!
Elana