Name: Creamy Chickpea Flour Porridge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Plant-based
Ingredients: 9 tbsp chickpea flour (besan); 3 cups plant milk; 1½ cups water; 3 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice; 1½ tsp cinnamon; ¾ tsp ground cardamom; 3 pinches salt; 1½ tsp vanilla extract; 2–3 tbsp nut butter; 3 tbsp coconut cream; 1–2 tbsp chia seeds; 1–2 tbsp hemp seeds; 1–2 tbsp ground flax seeds; 1 tbsp lemon zest; Stewed apples or pears; Sliced banana with cinnamon; Toasted seeds or nuts; Tahini or almond butter drizzle

This Creamy Chickpea Flour Porridge is a comforting, protein-rich breakfast that might surprise you with how smooth and satisfying it is.

Chickpea flour transforms into a velvety porridge when gently cooked with plant milk and warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom. The result is a bowl that’s naturally high in protein, deeply nourishing, and incredibly filling.

With optional nut butter, coconut cream, or seed add-ins, this porridge becomes a balanced breakfast that keeps you full for hours while still feeling cozy and light.

Creamy Chickpea Flour Porridge

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Cuisine

Plant-based

Author

Healthythandi

Servings

3

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

A creamy, high-protein porridge made with chickpea flour, plant milk, and warm spices. A nourishing breakfast that’s smooth, filling, and easy to make.

Ingredients

Porridge Base

9 tbsp chickpea flour (besan)
3 cups plant milk
1½ cups water

Sweetness & Flavor

3 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
1½ tsp cinnamon
¾ tsp ground cardamom
3 pinches salt
1½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Creaminess

2–3 tbsp nut butter
3 tbsp coconut cream

Optional Boosters

1–2 tbsp chia seeds
1–2 tbsp hemp seeds
1–2 tbsp ground flax seeds
1 tbsp lemon zest

Topping Ideas

Stewed apples or pears
Sliced banana with cinnamon
Toasted seeds or nuts
Tahini or almond butter drizzle

Method

Make the Chickpea Slurry

In a bowl, whisk the chickpea flour with a small splash of water until completely smooth and lump free.

Warm the Liquids

In a pot, gently warm the plant milk and remaining water over medium heat.

Combine the Mixture

Slowly whisk the chickpea slurry into the warm milk mixture.
Continue whisking to prevent lumps from forming.

Add Flavor

Stir in maple syrup, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla extract, and salt.
Cook on medium-low heat while whisking frequently.

Cook Until Creamy

Cook for about 5–10 minutes until the porridge thickens and becomes smooth and creamy.

Finish & Serve

Stir in nut butter or coconut cream if using.
Serve warm with your favourite toppings.

Recipe Note

Chickpea flour thickens quickly, so whisk frequently while cooking
Nut butter adds richness and extra protein
Lemon zest can brighten the flavour and balance the sweetness

Optional variations:

Add cacao powder for a chocolate version
Stir in mashed banana for natural sweetness
Top with stewed fruit for a cozy breakfast bowl