Description
There’s nothing quite like a warm, velvety bowl of Cream of Wheat to start your day on the right foot. It’s nostalgic, simple, and deeply satisfying—perfect for cozy mornings or quick, energizing breakfasts. This foolproof recipe delivers a smooth, creamy texture every time, with plenty of options to personalize it to your taste.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons Cream of Wheat
1 cup milk or water (milk for richer flavor)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon butter
1 tablespoon sweetener (optional: sugar, honey, or maple syrup)
Instructions
Boil the liquid: In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of milk or water to a gentle boil.
Whisk in Cream of Wheat: Slowly sprinkle in the Cream of Wheat while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Simmer and stir: Lower the heat and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring until smooth and thickened.
Flavor it: Stir in salt, butter, and any sweetener if using.
Serve and top: Let it rest for 1–2 minutes, then top with your favorite fruits, nuts, or spices.
Notes
- Thicker: ¼ cup Cream of Wheat to 1 cup liquid
- Thinner: 2 tbsp Cream of Wheat to 1 cup liquid
- Make it savory with cheese, chives, or eggs.
- Make it sweet with cinnamon, maple syrup, or berries.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~120
- Sugar: 1–3g (based on toppings)
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g