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Teff and Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge

By TinyTummyTreats Editorial TeamPublished May 1, 2026 | Updated May 11, 2026
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Teff and Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge with measured ingredients, 25-minute timing, 4-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for toddler meals, snacks, and family cooking guidance.

Teff and Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge
Prep 5 min
Cook 20 min
Total 25 min
Servings 4
Difficulty easy
Cuisine International

Recipe Details

Prep5 min
Cook20 min
Total25 min
Servings4
Difficultyeasy
CuisineInternational
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Ingredients

Servings 4
  • 1/2 cup Teff grain
  • 3/4 cup Frozen sweet peas
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup Unsweetened oat milk
  • 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Olive oil or coconut oil
Iron Rich Vegan Teff Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge ingredients image for TinyTummyTreats
Iron Rich Vegan Teff Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge ingredients image for TinyTummyTreats

Instructions

  1. Rinse the teff grain under cold water using a fine mesh sieve and drain well.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed teff, water, and oat milk. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until teff is soft and creamy, about 15 minutes.
  4. While the teff cooks, puree the thawed sweet peas until smooth using a blender or food processor.
  5. When the teff is nearly done, stir in the sweet pea puree, ground flaxseed, and olive or coconut oil if using.
  6. Add maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract if desired, stirring thoroughly to combine.
  7. Cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat, stirring frequently, until porridge is thick and creamy.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving to your toddler. The porridge can be served warm or at room temperature.
  9. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of oat milk to loosen consistency.
Iron Rich Vegan Teff Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge process image for TinyTummyTreats
Iron Rich Vegan Teff Sweet Pea Breakfast Porridge process image for TinyTummyTreats

Ingredient Replacements

  • cup Teff grain: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Frozen sweet peas: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cups Water: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Unsweetened oat milk: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • tablespoon Ground flaxseed: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.

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