Hearth Chai Oat Porridge (Printable)

Aromatic oats enhanced with warming chai spices, maple sweetness, and crunchy nut garnish for cozy mornings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup rolled oats

→ Liquids

02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative)
03 - 1/2 cup water

→ Sweeteners

04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

→ Chai Spice Blend

05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
07 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Add-Ins & Garnish

11 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Pinch of salt
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (e.g., raisins, chopped dates)
15 - Optional: extra maple syrup or honey for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine milk, water, and all chai spices in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
02 - Stir in rolled oats, vanilla extract, and salt. Reduce heat to low.
03 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats become creamy and tender.
04 - Incorporate maple syrup or honey, adjusting sweetness to preference.
05 - Remove from heat and divide into two bowls.
06 - Top with toasted nuts, dried fruit, and an optional extra drizzle of sweetener. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like comfort in a bowl, with warming spices that feel like a hug on the inside.
  • Ready in just 15 minutes, yet feels like you've spent hours pampering yourself.
  • Naturally vegan-friendly and adaptable to whatever milk and sweeteners you have on hand.
  • The chai spices are perfectly balanced so no single flavor overpowers the creamy oats.
02 -
  • Don't skip toasting your nuts beforehand if you have time—it transforms them from pleasant to unforgettable, adding a deeper, richer flavor that makes the whole dish taste more intentional.
  • The consistency changes as it sits, so if you prefer it thinner, add a splash more milk at the end. Thicker porridge can always become thinner, but you can't go back.
  • Fresh ginger root grated in at the beginning creates an even more vibrant warmth than ground ginger alone, if you're willing to take that extra step.
03 -
  • Use a mix of whole spices toasted and ground fresh if you want an even more aromatic result—the difference is subtle but real, and worth it on special mornings.
  • Add a pinch of ground turmeric along with the other spices for a golden color and a whisper of earthiness that transforms the whole bowl into something that feels deeply nourishing.

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