Halal Healthy Cardamom Date Breakfast Porridge Recipe

• 1 cup rolled oats (or oat bran for creamier texture)
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or low-fat cow's milk)
• 4-5 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
• ½ tsp ground cardamom
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or almonds (optional, for topping)
• Fresh banana slices or extra chopped dates for serving

1. 1 In a medium saucepan, combine oats, milk, salt, cardamom, cinnamon, and half the chopped dates.
2. 2 Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 8-10 minutes until thickened and creamy.
3. 3 Stir in vanilla extract and remaining dates. Remove from heat.
4. 4 Divide into bowls, top with nuts and fresh fruit. Serve warm.

Nutrition values are estimates.