Need a healthy breakfast? A high fiber coconut flour porridge that's easy to make on the stovetop or in an electric pressure cooker. It's a perfect hot keto cereal!
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Delicious Low Carb Breakfast For The Win!
It's been so chilly in the morning here in Southern New England. That's why I decided to rework my low carb oatmeal recipe.
Although I named that recipe "oatmeal", it really should be called "no-oatmeal" since there's no actual oatmeal in it. It's actually a mock oatmeal cereal made with coconut!
This low carb porridge recipe is a modified version of the no-oatmeal hot cereal. I added in some spices and cooked the mix in the Instant Pot.
If you look at the macro data, the carbs in the cereal do seem high. But, most of those carbs are from fiber so the net carb count per serving is only five grams.
Ingredients To Make Coconut Flour Porridge
The complete list of ingredients and amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. First, I'm going to share some additional information about these ingredients.
No-Oatmeal Base
Most importantly, when you buy the shredded coconut, make sure you get the unsweetened variety. It's really easy to pick up a bag that is lightly sweetened - but that will add to the carb amounts and might even kick you out of ketosis.
Liquid
I also used full-fat coconut milk and coconut flour. This porridge definitely tastes like coconut!
Thickener
The psyllium husks help the porridge to thicken. It doesn't add very many carbs to the overall recipe.
Flavoring
Then, I added some spices and a bit of sweetener to help it tastes like your favorite maple-cinnamon oatmeal.
Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low carb recipe.
Quick Tips:
- If you use psyllium powder instead of psyllium husks, you only need to use half as much powder.
- Pay close attention to how thick your porridge gets. If your porridge is too thick, use less coconut flour next time!
How To Make Coconut Keto Porridge
I have instructions in the printable recipe card that explain how to make this recipe either in the Instant Pot or on the stove.
For both options, the process is very similar. Toast the shredded coconut first.
Then, stir in the coconut milk and water and bring it to a boil. This part of the process is different in the Instant Pot because you will set it on high pressure for zero minutes (that's all the time it takes to boil the liquids) and natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
After the porridge boils, stir in the spices and the sweetener.
It's ready to eat!
What To Serve With Coconut Flour Porridge
This recipe has 6 grams net carbs in each serving. It's a really filling breakfast idea, you don't need much with it.
It would taste amazing with a small side of scrambled eggs and perhaps a few slices of bacon.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coconut Flour Porridge
Before we get to the recipe, I want to answer a few questions people have about making homemade porridge.
How do you cut back on the carbs in this porridge?
To cut back on the carbs, you can reduce the amount of psyllium husk used. I add it to make the coconut porridge thick. But, if you don't mind a thinner cereal, you can use a smaller amount.
I've always liked my hot cereal on the thick side so that's what you'll get using the full amount of psyllium. If you prefer, you could use another thickener like flax meal or chia seeds.
Can you add fruit to hot cereal?
Although you can add in some fruit, I usually just eat it plain. I do sweeten the porridge with some stevia and monk fruit drops to give it a better flavor.
Keep in mind that if you add fruit, you will be adding more carbs to the overall recipe. That's why I prefer to use a sugar-free sweetener instead.
Can you make Instant Pot porridge on the stove?
Don't have an Instant Pot or another electric pressure cooker? No worries. I've also included directions for making this coconut porridge on the stovetop.
In fact, the recipe is a lot quicker to make on the stove than in the Instant Pot since you don't have to wait for the pressure to be released or for it to come to pressure.
What are some flavor ideas for this coconut porridge?
The reason I added in some vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg is because a reader commented that it made my no-oatmeal cereal taste better. And that same reader stirred in low carb maple flavored syrup.
If you want some maple flavoring in this low carb porridge, you can add in a little maple extract in with the vanilla extract. I do like maple flavor so I'm going to try that next time.
How do I make a cold low-carb cereal?
For those that prefer a cold low carb cereal, I've got an easy muesli cereal recipe that's quick to make. I do bake it like granola just because I find it gives the cereal a better crunch.
Can you make porridge with almond flour?
Yes, you can make porridge with almond flour, you just have to use a different amount of liquid ingredients. My friend Kim has a fantastic recipe for an almond flour version if you aren't into coconut.
I enjoy eating hot cereal so this low carb porridge really hit the spot on these cold winter mornings. And, I like that I can pre-make it and just heat up a serving in the microwave.
More Keto Breakfast Ideas
If you enjoyed this coconut flour porridge, then you will enjoy some more of my low-carb breakfast recipes. These are some of my favorites:
- Crustless Keto Quiche is perfect if you are on an egg fast. It's so full of flavor and will keep you in ketosis too.
- Keto Pumpkin Donuts taste so delicious you won't be able to tell they are sugar-free!
- Low-Carb French toast tastes perfect with a few pieces of fresh fruit and some sugar-free syrup.
- Keto Granola is grain-free and is the perfect thing to sprinkle in your Greek yogurt.
- Keto Breakfast Muffins are made with cottage cheese - which keeps them feeling so moist they melt in your mouth!
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Recipe
Coconut Flour Porridge (Keto, Instant Pot)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 2 ⅔ cups water
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ¼ cup whole psyllium husks See note
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 30 drops stevia liquid
- 20 drops monk fruit liquid
Instructions
Instant Pot:
- Using sauté setting, toast coconut until golden being careful not to burn.
- Stir in coconut milk and water.
- Cover. Set on high pressure with timer set to 0 (zero).
- When time is up, allow a 10 minutes natural pressure release before opening the valve. Open lid and stir in the remaining ingredients.
Stove Top:
- In medium pot over medium high heat, toast coconut being careful not to burn.
- Stir in coconut milk and water.
- Cover and bring to a boil.
- After reaching a boil, remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients.
Notes
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
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Updated January 7, 2021 with additional recipe information and enhanced images. First published on December 18, 2017.
Deborah Ann Fox
Is the coconut milk the canned variety or the refrigerated variety?
Jesusan
I do not tolerate either stevia or monk fruit well. Would confectioners Swerve work in place of those? If so, how much would be equivalent? Thank you!
Lisa MarcAurele
Any sweetener will work. The sugar equivalent of the liquid sweeteners is about 0.22 cup so I'd try 3 tablespoons and add a little more if needed.
Susan
Thank you, Lisa. I made this for breakfast this morning - or at least I tried to, and it turned out as slimy, lumpy slop that never thickened. The flavor was nice, but that was the only thing that turned out well. I did the stove-top method because I don’t own an instant pot. I spent a lot of time stirring it after adding the post boil ingredients, and figured that it might need some time to thicken up, because I know that psyllium requires time to thicken. But it just stayed sloppy. If it does need some time to thicken I would appreciate seeing that kind information in the instructions.
Gina
I am about to make this, it looks delicious. I do have a question about the serving size. It's noted to serve 6 people. Can you provide a serving size in amount such as 1/4 cup or 1 cup?
Thank you!
Lisa MarcAurele
The serving size is roughly one cup each.
Vesna
I tried it this morning with 2 drops of stevia (1 person meal) and it was really good! I added some blueberries and roasted hazelnuts 😉
Thanks for the recipe!
Tracy
When do you put in the rest of the ingredients? When it says “add coconut” does that mean the flour AND the shredded coconut?
Lisa MarcAurele
The coconut is added in the beginning and tasted. The coconut flour is added with the remaining ingredients at the end.
Jenn
So, taste is good although we upped the spices a lot. It came out VERY slimy, and we only used 2T psyllium husk powder. We just added more water. Next time we will try it without the psyllium. My husband and I love oatmeal on cold days and this could be a GREAT option once we fine tune it to our liking. We added chopped almonds, a bit of 1/2 & 1/2, and a drizzle of sugar free maple syrup. Turned out good.
Lisa MarcAurele
Psyllium does create a gel that can be a little slimy. You could try chia seeds as the gel they create isn't as slimy.
A town
How much chia seeds?
The Low Carb Cook
Try a 1/4 cup!
Lidia
Love it. Very tasty
M
We love this! I struggled with the psyllium husk until I thought to mix the dry ingredients together before adding. No more clumps! Thanks for this great winter-time breakfast!
Julie Joy
A couple of days ago, my husband asked if there were some kind of hot keto cereal...and there you are! I'm serving a big bowl of it with blackberries and pecans for DINNER!
Martha
I need recipe for 1 serving ? Can u help me?
Lisa MarcAurele
Just use adjust the number of servings for the recipe in the card. If you hover over the "6" it will let you change the number to "1." Here's what I get after doing that: Ingredients
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1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 cups coconut milk
2 2/3 cups water
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/4 cup whole psyllium husks See note
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
30 drops stevia liquid
20 drops monk fruit liquid
Linda Ward
In calculating the net carbs, all sugars must be added. Therefore, the net carbs for this recipe are 7g, not 6g.
Lisa MarcAurele
The 1g sugar is included in the total carbohydrate count. So the net carbs is 6g.
Cathy
But how petty can you be though?
Dk
Looks wholesome
Can it be made in a pot if I don’t have an instant pot
Lisa MarcAurele
You can make it in a regular pot on the stove if you don't have an electric pressure cooker.
Tracy
When I finished cooking the recipe I was skeptical, psyllium husk clumped and I couldn’t seem to whisk it out. In fairness, I used carton coconut drink vs. coconut milk. I used 2 stevia packets for sweetener and 6 cherries cut up. Don’t let the slurry fool you, it is delicious!????
Eliza
I like thick porridge as well but the psyllium husks congealed and made it slippery. I had to use a hand mixture to get clumps out. The coconut flavor is great but I kept gagging on the texture I couldn't choke it down. Sorry. This recipe was a no go for me.
Lisa MarcAurele
If your psyllium husks clumped up, you may have added too much. Sorry it didn't work out for you. The texture of psyllium isn't for everyone.
Jennifer
I’m going to try this again but leave out the psyllium. I didn’t like the way when I stirred it that it seem to move in unison . I kept feeling like it was going to crawl out of the pot like in a horror movie. And I increased the spices substantially.
Joyce
Hello! I love this! I just tried it today. However, I didn’t have unsweetened coconut flakes and that was enough for the sweetness. I put grounded flax and chia seeds. It came out really delicious and light but filling. Thank you so much. I also put almond milk as I didn’t have the coconut milk canned nor in coconut carton. Most importantly, kids love it!
Mandy
Did you use canned coconut milk?
Lisa MarcAurele
I used canned coconut milk in the recipe, but the carton should be okay. It's just thinner.
Laurena
Oh! My! GOODNESS!!!
Wow...I’m in awe! I’m allergic to eggs and dairy and trying to follow a keto-ish eating style for my health...multiple autoimmune diseases and virtually ALL starches and sugars set off a cascade of inflammation in my body...THANK YOU!!! Finally a TRADITIONAL breakfast that I CAN enjoy...and my family and I ENJOY IT OFTEN!!!
mariska
I m wondering is it normall that the shredded coconut stays hard or do I need to coock it more? I used chia and lineseeds. The was good put in no sweetener but extra kurkuma and pepper.
Lisa MarcAurele
The coconut should soften.
Shanna Massa
Maybe I've overlooked it but, what is the actual serving size?
Lisa MarcAurele
It's roughly a cup.
LF
wondering what a good substitute for the actual coconut might be as I imagine it absorbs fluid - I really don't like coconut.
Lisa MarcAurele
You can try flax, chia, or psyllium.
maureen luchejko
Way too much liquid.
Lisa MarcAurele
The liquid is needed for the psyllium husks and coconut flour which both absorb a lot of liquid.
Sharyl Bartlett
Is it coconut flour or shredded coconut?
Lisa MarcAurele
Coconut flour is what absorbs the liquid.
Maija
I haven't tried it yet.. I shouldn't be commenting.
However, I just called it "NOatmeal Porridge" on the the print out I made!
I love that: NOatmeal!
I'll be trying it soon.
Thank you for all the work you do to help people eat this low carb 'diet'.
Lisa MarcAurele
You're welcome. I love the name Noatmeal too!
Sheri
I was so excited for this but super disappointed...after reading the comments there is apparently an issue with it being slimey...I couldn't even choke it down. So sad because I was really wanting this to be yummy. Anyway to avoid that slimey texture?
Lisa MarcAurele
I'm pretty sure xanthan gum varies in sliminess. So I'll try some other low carb thickeners like glucomannan, but other thickeners aren't as easy to find as xanthan gum.
Susannah
Mine turned out really watery. I used coconut milk from the carton and used a flax and chia blend (that’s the closest thing I could find to what the recipe calls for). Can you give me some advice to help with the consistency? I believe I followed all of your steps correctly. Thanks!
Lisa MarcAurele
Psyllium is more absorbent than chia and flax so maybe just cut back on the coconut milk. You could also try adding coconut flour.
Joanne Tower
I made this and when I realeaded pressure it came spurring out the pressure hole what a mess.
Lisa MarcAurele
I'll change the instructions to do a natural pressure release first for 10 minutes.
PG
I want to try the recipe but I am not clear on what unsweetened dried coconut is. Can you point me to specific product please?
How is it different from coconut flour?
Thank you
Lisa MarcAurele
It's just dried shredded coconut with no sugar added.
PG
Thank you Lisa. THAT makes it a lot easier to find. I'll try to buy some today. Cheers.
Venus Childress
I didn't have coconut milk or whole psyllium husks, so I subbed a 14oz can of coconut cream. I only used about 12oz of water and 1/4 cup chia seeds and it came out perfectly thick. I don't like stevia, so I only used about 5 drops, then added a little erythritol.
Within a couple of hours, I'm really hungry again though. ?
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for sharing your modifications!
Olivia
This is so yummy! I used Psyllium powder as that is all that's available to me - but I didn't mind the "slimey" texture. My question is, how long would this last for? When I last made it, I had leftovers the next morning for breakfast and when heated up on the stove, it was perfect! But I was thinking of making it the night before and then having it the morning after and the next day. Do you think it will be good to eat 2 days after?
Lisa
I've had it in the fridge for almost a week and I just heat up single servings.
Josh
Have you tried using a sweetener like swerve insteat?
Lisa
Yes. Any sweetener is fine to use in the recipe.
Debbie
I made this today as I was fed up with eggs etc. and wanted something not so noticeably fatty! I didn't add the sweeteners, but topped this with raspberries and a little cream. It was gorgeous! Thanks so much for this recipe - it's a lifesaver!
Lisa
I'm glad this one worked out without the sweeteners! Berries are a nice way to add natural sweetness.
Brigid
We are used to unsweetened oatmeal, with a little brown sugar sprinkled on top. I think I will try your recipe and leave out the sweeteners, letting each person add their sweetener at the table. Wish me luck, and thanks for the recipe!
Lisa
Everyone's taste for sweet is a bit different so it's a good idea to let others adjust to taste.
Darlene Shoemaker
Your link above the recipe for chia seeds goes to amazon flax meal instead. I always use your links to order my products. So, you may want to check it and fix it. Thanks.
Lisa
Thank you so much Darlene for letting me know and using these links for placing orders!!!
Luciano
Approximate amount of chia seed to use if not using the psyllium husks? And this was canned full fat coconut milk? It gets confusing with all the recipes calling for coconut milk, no one really Says "So Delicious" or canned coconut milk, they just call it coconut milk
Lisa
I'd try 1/4 cup or so.
Eilise
Yes it's full fat. In keto you should avoid low fat everything as far as I know as once fat is removed, carbs are added.
I used 1/4 cup of milled chai seeds and it turned out gorgeous.
Also a tbsp coconut oil to help toast the coconut.
I added a tbsp of Headbangers Kitchen Nutella as a topping and mmmMMmmm!!! Genuinely so good! ?
jaclyn cotto
You should list the psyllium husks as whole in your ingredient list. I used the powder version and it is so goopy that it's not a very appetizing texture. Flavor is very subtle though so if I had made it knowing the correct ingredients it would prob be very good.
Lisa
Sorry about that. I've changed the wording of the ingredient on all recipes using psyllium husks. However, if it's the powder, I call it "psyllium powder" and not "psyllium husks." Apparently, that wasn't clear enough.
Gina
I swapped the stevia and fruit flavoring for a little bit of coconut sugar and added some raspberries, and I loved the flavor!
Lisa
I try to avoid coconut sugar because of the carbs, but raspberries are a great add.
Amanda
Any suggestions as to what I could use that is AIP friendly as a thickener? Would coconut flour be ok? Thanks. 🙂
Lisa
Coconut flour is a good thickener. But glucomannan is also AIP friendly as it's just konjac root fiber.
Shannon
Just a thought. If the Psyllium Powder is too much, why not add I bit more Coconut Flour? That thickens wonderfully... I am going to give this a try soon! I love the idea of a bit of cocoa powder in it! Thank you!
Lisa
You can definitely try that.
Kim
I am getting ready to try this. What is the approximate serving size?
Lisa
It's about a cup.
Analiz De Jesús López
How many ounces is 1 portion?
Lisa
Some nutritional calculators provide gram weight, but the one I use does not. It does vary by actual ingredients used. Unfortunately, I don't have a good way to provide that information.
Jamie
I just made this and I think the psyllium husk clumped up. Did anyone else have this problem and is there a way to avoid it? The taste is good but I think I’ll try chia seeds next time.
Zaynab
Is there any way I can avoid using the coconut flour? Do you think adding some ground up chia seeds or maybe more psyllium husk/coconut could substitute? I am on a virtually zero carb diet. Thanks!
Lisa
You can try chia, psyllium, and or flax.
Keto Recipes
I like this porridge recipe. It's delicious and fits for my diet.
Megha
Would almond milk work instead of coconut milk?
Thanks,
Megha
Lisa
It should work out, but it is a little thinner than coconut milk.
Michelle
Could someone add a thickener to make up for that? I am not a fan of coconut milk at all.
Lisa
Psyllium, chia seeds, and flax are all thickeners that can be added.
Johanna
Would it be relatively the same texture with flax meal?
Lisa
Yes. It's pretty similar. But flax gives a more whole grain type look and feel.
Wendy
Mine turned out like some alien slime.
Angela Repko
There are 10 ingredients but your instruction only includes 3 of them.
Lisa
Step 4 is where you add the remaining ingredients.
Iron Stef
It says stir in the remaining ingredients at the end of step 4.
Janet
I like the taste of this. Yummy. I like the coconut in it too, kind of chewy. Yum. What I don’t care for is the slimy texture the psyllium husk gives. Am I using the wrong kind? Is there more than one kind? Or maybe too much? I cut the recipe in half so maybe I missed the measurement of this ingredient.
Lisa
I use whole husk. When it gels, it can get a little slimy, but I didn't have that effect in the porridge.
Lynn
Will the recipe work without the psyllium?
Lisa
You'll need to use another low carb thickener like chia or flax seeds.
Sara
Is there a good sub for psyllium husk? I would love to try this, but don't use psyllium husk.
Lisa
You can try flax or chia seeds. They have are similar.
Cathy Nelson
Is there a conversion for using powdered sweeteners instead of the liquid so you don't have to spend money to buy extra products?
Lisa
You'll need about 3/4-1 cup of a powdered sweetener. I'd start with half cup and add a little more if needed.
Myshelle Cole
You mentioned that you pre-make it. How do you store it? 6 serves is quite a lot, and it's likely I'll be the only one in the family to eat it.
Lisa
I keep it in the fridge and reheat in the microwave.
Charmaine
Please could you tell me if I leave out the Monk fruit liquid as it is not available where I live?
Lisa
Just use any sweetener to taste. 🙂
June
Very good. It's a great substitute for oatmeal. The coconut flavor is not overpowering but definitely there. It heats up beautifully in the microwave. Next time, I'm going to add couple of tablespoons of cocoa powder and see if I can get something like CoCo Wheats or Malt O Meal..
One piece of advice. I'd start by making it with one tablespoon of psyllium husk and see how you like the texture. If it's not thick enough for you, add another tablespoon of psyllium and process again. I made my first batch with the full 1/4 cup of psyllium and the texture was-----interesting.
Cynthia
I should have read this comment before making this recipe. I used all of the psyllium husk. Interesting indeed!
Miranda
OMG. Finally! A hot breakfast that fits my extremely difficult dietary restrictions! So, so delicious. Thank you!
Lisa
I'm glad you enjoyed this as much as me. I ended up tripling the batch last time so I had plenty of hot meals ready to go.
Tami McVey
Thanks for deleting my comment instead of telling me how long to cook it. I'll be sure to pass that along to the blog roundup I'm part of so they know how you are with people.
Lisa
It's unfair to give a 1 star rating to a recipe you haven't tried (so I upped it to 5 star since I'm unable to delete it) and no comment was deleted for this post.
Linda
I just have this inkling that i'm missing something. #3 says set timer to zero. Why bother putting it in the pot if its not going to be cooked.
Lisa
It cooks as it comes up to pressure.
Lori
Can I sub coconut milk beverage for what I assume this is calling for coconut milk from a can?
Lisa
Yes. The coconut milk beverage in a carton works too.
Tina Hull
Is the coconut milk like the real canned coconut milk or like the dairy free beverage coconut milk.
Lisa
I use the real canned coconut milk, but the beverage should work too.