Buckwheat Groats Breakfast (Printable)

Tender buckwheat groats simmered to perfection, topped with fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, and a touch of sweetness for a wholesome morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Buckwheat Base

01 - 1 cup buckwheat groats, raw and hulled
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Toppings

04 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1 cup fresh fruit, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk

# How To Make It:

01 - Rinse the buckwheat groats thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine buckwheat groats, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the groats are tender and the water is absorbed.
04 - Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate the grains.
05 - Divide the cooked buckwheat evenly between two serving bowls.
06 - Top each bowl with mixed nuts and fresh fruit. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired, and sprinkle with cinnamon.
07 - Serve warm, with milk or plant-based milk poured over if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The natural nuttiness of buckwheat makes it taste special without any fancy techniques
  • You can prep the toppings the night before and have breakfast ready in under fifteen minutes
  • It naturally fills you up without the sugar crash that comes from most morning cereals
02 -
  • Overcooked buckwheat turns into mush fast, so check at ten minutes even if it looks done earlier
  • The resting step is not optional, it completes the cooking and improves the texture completely
03 -
  • Toast the dry groats in the pan for two minutes before adding water for a deeper, nuttier flavor
  • A drop of vanilla extract or almond extract in the milk adds a subtle sweetness without extra sugar
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