Cinnamon Banana Breakfast Bulgur
Nothing will jump start those cold winter bones quite like a bowl of this Cinnamon Banana Breakfast Bulgur.
Comforting Banana Breakfast for Cold Winter Days
Today I was planning to bring you a really tasty 3 Bean Salad. But with the onset of Operation Frozen Tundra, I just couldn’t bring myself to even THINK about eating a cold salad, let alone post about one.
We’ve spent the last few days huddled up on the couch wearing two layers of socks, sweat pants, a sweatshirt, and a jacket. That’s right folks, I’m wearing my jacket INDOORS. 100 year old homes are full of charm…and also drafts. Efficient they are not, my friends.
So to avoid having to sell my right kidney to pay the gas bill this month, we’ve been loading on the blankets and chain-drinking homemade tea lattes.
Normally I am completely satisfied with scarfing a bowl of cereal for breakfast before heading out the door. But when it’s this cold, my body demands something warm before functioning. And nothing will jump start those cold winter bones quite like a bowl of this Cinnamon Banana Breakfast Bulgur.
Easy Warm Bulgur Wheat Cereal
Guys, I am headed to full out obsession town with this bulgur. Obviously I loved it in this bulgur salad, but adding a bit of sweetness and serving it for breakfast is even better. If you don’t like oatmeal because of the mushy texture, bulgur is about to be your new best friend.
It retains all of it’s wonderful, hearty chewiness but gives you the nutty, sweet, satisfying comfort of a bowl of oatmeal.
This is about as easy as a recipe gets. Just 20 minutes and 5 ingredients to a healthy breakfast.
How to Make Breakfast Bulgur
- Place bulgur, almond milk, and salt in a medium sauce pan.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until bulgur is tender.
- Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Top with banana slices and another pour of almond milk, if desired.
Toppings for Breakfast Bulgur
I’ve kept things simple with just a dusting of cinnamon and banana slices, but adding peanut butter (or some Amish Peanut Butter Spread) and some dried cranberries or walnuts is totally encouraged.
I like to add more almond milk at the end too, so the bulgur grains are swimming in a little puddle of liquid. For some reason, it makes me think of porridge. And thinking of porridge makes me feel warm and cozy. And that’s a feeling I want to hold onto.
More Cozy Breakfast Ideas
Next time you need a warm breakfast, try these other family favorites:
- Amish Baked Oatmeal– A GREAT make ahead recipe that you can enjoy all week long.
- Breakfast Croissant Sandwiches– One of my favorites, especially for weekends and holidays.
- Eggs in a Basket– A classic, and so easy!
- Baked Egg Cups– Another great make ahead breakfast idea.
Cinnamon Banana Breakfast Bulgur
Hearty bulgur grains cook up into a nutty, satisfying breakfast cereal topped with bananas and swimming in almond milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur
- 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk, plus more for serving
- Pinch salt
- 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 banana, sliced
Instructions
- Place the bulgur, almond milk, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until bulgur is tender.
- Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Divide mixture between bowls. Top with sliced bananas, an additional sprinkling of cinnamon, and more almond milk, if desired.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 154Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 53mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 5gSugar: 16gProtein: 3g
Please note nutritional information for my recipes is calculated by a third party service and provided as a courtesy to my readers. For the most accurate calculation, I always recommend running the numbers yourself with the specific products you use.
Thatโs too much sugar. Iโm trying to lose weight. What can I use instead?
You can use maple syrup or honey instead!
Easy to make!
I just bought a 1lb bag of Bulgar wheat cereal, I usually eat the middle eastern kind that cooks and tastes like cuscus. I used whole fat cows milk with coconut sugar and it came out delicious. I also find it cooks faster if you soak it in the milk overnight.
Thank you for the tip! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe.
I am a working woman and so before leaving I always have to think about what should I make for breakfast. I came across this post of yours and from now onwards I make this every morning before I leave. Thank you so much for putting up this post.
This looks perfect. This will be my week end’s gift for the family.. Thanks…
This looks amazing! I think I am going to try it with coconut milk though! ๐ Thanks for the recipe!
This would be lovely with coconut milk! Hope you like it as much as we did!
Oh it was amazing! The coconut milk and banana went very well together!
That’s great! Thanks for coming back to let me know!
my pleasure! ๐
I have a big bag of bulgar and have been looking for new uses for it. Perfection!
Warmth is a total must when it’s cold outside. My wardrobe has consisted of flannel pj pants, thermal shirts, and fuzzy slippers. This warm cereal looks amazing. Pinned.
Thanks for pinning Jennie! So glad I’m not the only one looking ridiculous in all my layers! ๐
Warm and cozy is the perfect feeling to have when it is cold outside. Love this recipe!
Thanks Betsy!