Buckwheat Groats Breakfast (Printable Version)

Tender buckwheat groats with nuts and fresh fruit for a wholesome morning.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ 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 (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
05 - 1 cup fresh fruit, diced (berries, banana, apple, or pear)
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, optional
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
08 - 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk, optional

# Steps:

01 - Rinse the buckwheat groats thoroughly under cold running water to remove debris and reduce bitterness.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed buckwheat groats, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until groats are tender and water is fully absorbed.
04 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate grains.
05 - Divide 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 Advice:

01 -
  • It's naturally gluten-free and feels hearty without weighing you down, perfect for mornings when you need real fuel.
  • The nutty, slightly earthy flavor of buckwheat pairs beautifully with almost any topping combination you can dream up.
02 -
  • Don't skip the rinsing step, no matter how much of a hurry you're in, because gritty buckwheat is genuinely disappointing.
  • The groats will continue to absorb moisture as they sit, so if you're making them ahead, add a splash of milk when reheating to loosen them back up.
03 -
  • If you accidentally let the water boil away before the groats are tender, add a splash more and keep cooking gently rather than trying to salvage it at high heat.
  • A pinch of vanilla extract added to the cooking water gives a subtle warmth that feels like you've done something special without any real extra effort.
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