Breakfast Sludge
This Breakfast Sludge recipe is built around granola bar or oatmeal/granola, and it comes together in about 10 minutes from start to finish. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 10 min
- Total 10 min
- Serves 1
- Level Easy
Ingredients
Method
- Put water on to boil.
- Break up the granola bar into a mug. You will want to ensure that it is very well ground up. The pieces of the granola bar should be about the size of pieces of oatmeal.
- Add the instant coffee, chai, sugar, and hot chocolate powder to the cup.
- Add cinnamon to taste.
- Pour in enough boiling water to fill the cup.
- Stir vigorously until everything is mixed and the mixture has a dark brown appearance.
- Add milk to taste.
Tips for the best Breakfast Sludge
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How many people does this Breakfast Sludge recipe serve?
As written it serves 1. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 1×2.
How long does Breakfast Sludge take to make?
About 10 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking.
Is this Breakfast Sludge recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 8 ingredients and 7 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Breakfast Sludge ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
What can I substitute for granola bar or oatmeal/granola?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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