Apple Cinnamon Farina with Raisins

Apple Cinnamon Farina with Raisins is designed as a practical, plant-forward breakfast with no butter, dairy cream, cheese, meat, eggs, or added oil. It uses fruit, seeds, spices, and a simple hot grain to build flavor and body. For more bowls like this, visit The Nutrient.

Apple Cinnamon Farina — Recipe at a glance

• Prep: 7 minutes
• Cook: 10 minutes
• Total: 17 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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ⓘ Original recipe (1×) yields 4 servings

• 1/2 cup (60 g) dry farina cereal
• 2 cups (480 ml) water, divided
• 1 medium apple, finely diced (about 1 cup)
• 2 tablespoons (20 g) raisins
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional

Heart-health recipe tip

Cooking the apple directly into the cereal creates sweetness and body without butter, cream, or a large amount of added sugar. Heart-health rating: 5 of 5 hearts, because this is a plant-forward bowl with no meat, dairy, eggs, or cooking oil.

Instructions

1. First, combine the diced apple, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, and 1/2 cup (120 ml) of the water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apple begins to soften.
2. Next, add the remaining 1.5 cups (360 ml) water and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Slowly whisk in the farina to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until smooth and thick, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Finally, taste before adding the optional maple syrup; the cooked apple and raisins may provide enough sweetness. Serve warm.

Why this recipe works

Apple and raisins make this farina naturally sweet, while cinnamon and ginger deepen the flavor. Keeping the peel on the apple adds fiber and texture. Because the fruit cooks first, it releases juices and helps the grain cook evenly without added fat.

Variations and substitutions

• Adjust thickness with additional hot water or unsweetened plant milk, such as oat or almond. For example, add 2–4 tablespoons at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
• Swap raisins for chopped dates, dried cranberries, or 2 tablespoons of toasted nuts for crunch.
• For extra fiber, stir in 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or 1 teaspoon chia after cooking.
• If you prefer a creamier bowl without dairy, use warm plant milk in place of some water. Because this recipe is already oil-free and egg-free, no further swaps are required.

Save Time

• Measure the ingredients and prepare the produce before cooking so the recipe comes together without pauses.

Storage and reheating

Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave, stirring and adding a splash of water or plant milk to loosen the texture. Add fresh fruit or a squeeze of lemon after reheating for brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated nutrition per serving

Estimated per serving: About 225 calories, 5 g protein, 50 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 1 g fat, and 20 mg sodium. Values vary by brand and substitutions; therefore, adjust if you add nuts or plant milk.

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2. Savory Spinach Tomato Farina
3. Pear Ginger Farina with Chia
4. Pumpkin Spice Farina with Banana

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