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30-Minute Creamy Amaranth Porridge with Coconut Milk

Name: 30-Minute Creamy Amaranth Porridge with Coconut Milk
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: ½ cup amaranth; 1½ cups water; ¼ cup coconut milk; 1 tbsp maple syrup; ⅛ tsp ground cardamom ((or cinnamon)); Pinch of salt; 2 sliced pears (for serving, or fruits of choice); 1/4 cup chopped pecans

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Vegan and naturally gluten-free amaranth porridge recipe! Made with amaranth, coconut milk and maple syrup for a sweet and nutty tasting porridge. An easy one-pot recipe that's ready in less than 30 minutes! Top with juicy ripe pears and toasted pecans for extra decadence.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 35

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Sep 19, 2023 (Last updated Nov 26, 2025) by Hannah Sunderani

Learn how to cook creamy amaranth porridge with this simple recipe! This is a one pot recipe that comes together in less than 30 minutes. This amaranth porridge is sweet and nutty with a slightly crunchy texture, it’s a great breakfast to switch it up from oatmeal or a nutty trail mix.

I made this recipe because ya’ll love my 20-Minute Creamy Quinoa Porridge, so here’s another version using amaranth! It has the same irresistible, creamy texture as my popular quinoa porridge, yet is made with a base of amaranth.

Amaranth is nutty and slightly sweet in taste, but with a slightly earthy flavour. It’s naturally gluten-free and delicious! Once you give it a try, you’ll be hooked by the taste. I’ve no doubt that it will quickly become one of your favourite porridge recipes.

I love it topped with ripe and juicy pears and toasted pecans, but depending on the season and your cravings you can top with seasonal fruit or your favourite toppings like pumpkin seeds, unsweetened coconut flakes, or a drizzle of nut butter.

image of creamy amaranth porridge in a white bowl topped with sliced pears. The bowl is on a white backdrop and there is a hand pouring some maple syrup over top of the porridge.

This Amaranth Porridge is….

Creamy and coconuty
Made with simple and wholesome pantry ingredients
Smooth in consistency
Meal prep friendly
Toddler approved!

amaranth porridge in a white bowl topped with sliced pears and toasted pecans. There is a spoon in the bowl ready to enjoy the porridge.

all of the ingredients required to make this amaranth porridge separated into individual bowls on a white backdrop.

Ingredient Notes

You’ll need just 4 simple ingredients to make this amaranth porridge recipe:

Amaranth – Sometimes this ancient grain is hard to find at generic grocery stores. But I often find it stocked at my local health food stores or bulk food stores. Be sure to check the shelves near other whole grains such as rice, oats, quinoa, polenta etc. Otherwise, you can always order it online from large retailers like Amazon, iHerb or Well.ca.
Coconut milk – Adds a delicious creamy coconut flavour that can’t be matched! I always recommend using full-fat coconut milk – lite coconut milks are essentially the same product with added water. I always say, if you prefer a lighter coconut flavour, add your own water (it’s cheaper!). If you’re out of coconut milk, I recipe tested this with my Homemade Almond Milk will work in a pinch!
Maple syrup – Sweetens this porridge with subtle undertones of caramel and vanilla and helps to enhance the nutty flavours in the amaranth.
Ground cardamom – Adds a slightly spicy warmth that is so comforting in any sweet porridge! (I truly think this spice needs more hype!) I also recipe tested this with ground ginger and it was delish.

image of creamy amaranth porridge in a white bowl topped with sliced pears, toasted pecans and maple syrup. A spoon is scooping some of the porridge out of the bowl to show the thick porridge consistency.

How to Make Amaranth Porridge

If you’ve ever made one of my oatmeal recipes or even fluffy quinoa, making this amaranth porridge will be a breeze for you! Here’s how to do it:

cooked amaranth seeds in water with coconut milk stirred in — cook amaranth in water until thickened, then add the coconut milk and stir.

adding the maple syrup to the amaranth porridge to sweeten — cook amaranth in water until thickened, then add the coconut milk and stir.

Recipe FAQs

Does amaranth need to be rinsed before cooking?

As with any whole grain or legume, armaranth should be rinsed thoroughly before cooking. This is going to help remove any excess starch, dirt, or debris. I like to do this by placing the amaranth in a fine mesh sieve and running it under cool, clean water until the water runs clear.

Can I freeze this creamy amaranth porridge?

Yes! This porridge is an excellent recipe to freeze if you’ve made too much or want to freeze individual servings your family can quickly reheat on their own. To freeze, allow the porridge to cool, then transfer to a freezer-safe container, portioning into individual servings, if desired, then freeze for up to 3 months.

amaranth porridge topped with sliced pears, toasted pecans and drizzled with maple syrup. The porridge is in a white bowl on a white backdrop.

I hope you love this Amaranth Porridge as much as I do! If you do make this recipe, please let me know in the comments below what you think and check out The Two Spoons App for more vegan breakfast recipes like this! I truly love hearing from you, and I’m always here to answer any questions you might have.

And of course, tag me on Instagram with your pictures using the hashtag #twospoons. Nothing makes me happier than to see your recreations.

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