Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote

Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote

Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote

Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote

March 12, 2025 by Kimberly

Golden, creamy oats meet warm, soft pears, a crunchy pecan date topping, and the tangy pop of passionfruit. It’s cozy, rich, and just indulgent enough to feel like a little morning luxury.

20 MINUTES

EASY

VEGETARIAN

INT.

2 PORTIONS

SWEET

BRUNCH

BREAKFAST

ALL YEAR

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Creamy, slow-cooked oats, sweet, jammy pears, a crispy pecan-date crunch, and a final hit of passionfruit to keep things interesting. It’s rich but not heavy, naturally sweet but not cloying, and the kind of thing that makes you feel like you’re staying at a really nice boutique hotel (even if you’re still in pajamas). Plus, it’s easy to make ahead, which is always a win.

How to serve
Serve this in your favorite bowl, drizzle with a little extra syrup if you’re feeling fancy, and don’t skimp on the crunch, it’s the best part. The passionfruit should be the last thing you add to keep that fresh, tart contrast. If you want to take it up a notch, add a dollop of yogurt or a splash of coconut milk. And if you’re a texture person, toasted coconut or cacao nibs would be a solid move.

How to store
Leftover oats keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, just reheat with a splash of milk or water to bring them back to life. The pear compote and crunch store separately in airtight containers (compote in the fridge, crunch at room temp) for easy layering all week.

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Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote
Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote
Vanilla Porridge with Passionfruit Pear Compote
„Let’s make a piece of happiness“
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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • two small pots
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • vegetable peeler
  • food processor

Ingredients

Units Scale
OATS
  • 100 grams oats
  • 200 milliliters whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp sweetener of choice (I used agave syrup)
  • pinch of salt
PEAR COMPOTE
  • 1 pear
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp sweetener of choice (I used honey)
  • juice of half a lemon
  • pinch of salt
TOPPINGS
  • 2 dates
  • 50 grams pecans
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 passionfruit

Instructions

  1. Start by peeling the pears and cutting them into small pieces. Add them to a small pot with vanilla extract, honey, a pinch of salt, and lemon juice. Let them simmer over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. While the compote is cooking, combine oats, milk, agave syrup, a pinch of salt, and vanilla extract in a second small pot. Cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes until creamy.
  3. Meanwhile, add dates, a pinch of salt, and pecans to a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped and crumbly.
  4. Cut open a fresh passionfruit and set the pulp aside.
  5. Once the porridge and pear compote are ready, divide the porridge between two bowls, spoon the pear compote on top, and sprinkle with the date-pecan crunch.
  6. Finish by adding the fresh passionfruit on top and enjoy.
  • Cook Time: 20 min

Ham & Cheese Croissant

Ham & Cheese Croissant

Ham&Cheese Croissant

Ham & Cheese Croissant

December 6, 2023 by Kimberly

This Ham & Cheese Croissant brings together buttery crispness, melted cheese, and a flavorful cream that adds sweetness, savoriness, and depth. Perfect as a quick breakfast, a hearty snack, or warm finger food for guests. These croissants come together in minutes and taste irresistible straight from the oven. If you’re looking for an easy, impressive comfort recipe everyone will love, this ham and cheese croissant is about to become your new favorite.

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TOTAL TIME

15 min

 

SERVES

4 croissants

 

DIET

omnivore

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

There are recipes that stay with you for so long, they eventually feel like part of your own biography. My Ham & Cheese Croissant is one of those. Maybe because, at its core, it has always been there, long before I knew cooking even had rules.

As a kid, all I ever wanted was to invent something. And in my mind, I was absolutely convinced: I did. My “invention” was a slice of ham folded in half, a slice of cheese tucked inside, and the whole thing pan-fried on both sides. I swear, I felt like the greatest chef alive. Today, that childhood creation has gotten a little upgrade: a crisp, buttery croissant filled with good ham, melted cheese, and a creamy topping that ties everything together. Sweetness, savoriness, a little depth, that balance is what makes this so unbelievably good. It’s comfort food without feeling heavy. Quick to make, yet it still feels like a tiny moment of luxury.

I serve it in the morning when I want to treat myself. At lunch, when hunger suddenly hits harder than expected. And most of all when friends are coming over. Slice the croissants, add ham and cheese, sprinkle in some chives, close them, spread the cream on top, pop them in the oven and a few minutes later, the whole kitchen smells like warm, buttery happiness. It’s the perfect “I thought of you” kind of recipe. Maybe that’s the real magic of this recipe: That a childhood fantasy turned into a snack that makes people happy and just a little bit in love.

Hi, I'm Kimberly!

Hi, I'm Kimberly.

A hopeless romantic when it comes to food. Every recipe I share is a love letter to food itself. I’m so glad you’re here. Make yourself at home and stay a while.

Love,
Kimberly

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Ham&Cheese Croissant
Ham&Cheese Croissant

LET’S MAKE A PIECE OF HAPPINESS

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Ham & Cheese Croissant


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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

This Ham & Cheese Croissant brings together buttery crispness, melted cheese, and a flavorful cream that adds sweetness, savoriness, and depth. Perfect as a quick breakfast, a hearty snack, or warm finger food for guests. These croissants come together in minutes and taste irresistible straight from the oven. If you’re looking for an easy, impressive comfort recipe everyone will love, this ham and cheese croissant is about to become your new favorite.

GOOD TO HAVE ON HAND

  • small bowl
  • bread knife
  • cheese grater
  • kitchen basting brush

 


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 4 croissants
  • 60 grams cheese of your choice (I used Gruyére)
  • 100 grams deli ham
  • 1 tsp chives
GLAZE
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp poppy seeds
  • 1/2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

PREPARATIONS

  • Grate Gruyère cheese.
  • Cut the chives into thin rolls.
  • Melt 1 tbsp butter in a small bowl in the microwave or in a saucepan.
  • Preheat the oven to 150°C / 302°F

INSTRUCTIONS

  1.  Add the following ingredients to the melted butter: onion powder, garlic powder, salt, brown sugar, poppy seeds and Dijon mustard. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Slice the croissants lengthwise, but not all the way through. Now place the ham inside and top with the grated Gruyère. Sprinkle with chives. Fold the croissants closed and brush the tops with the glaze. Place them in a baking dish or directly on a baking tray.
  3. Bake the croissants for 7 minutes until the cheese has melted then turn on the broiler for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
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