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

1. Place bulgur, almond milk, and salt in a medium sauce pan.
2. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until bulgur is tender.
3. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon.
4. 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.