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With the Thermomix, you can prepare evening porridge for your baby in just 5 minutes. The milk-grain porridge is ideal for babies from 6 months and provides important nutrients for peaceful sleep.
This article is the Thermomix version of evening porridge. When evening porridge is due in the first place, which milk to use, how much your baby eats at each stage and what helps when the bowl is refused are all covered in our full guide Evening Porridge for Babies: When to Start, Recipe, Milk and Amounts.
Why Evening Porridge in the Thermomix?
The Thermomix is a perfect helper when preparing baby food. Especially for evening porridge, it scores with its simple handling and even heating of the milk. You save time and can be sure that the consistency is always perfect.
Benefits of Thermomix for Evening Porridge:
- • Time Saving: Ready in 5 minutes instead of 10-15 minutes on the stove
- • Lump-Free: Even stirring makes the porridge beautifully creamy
- • Perfect Temperature: No risk of burning or overheating
- • Less Cleanup: Everything prepared in one device
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Basic Recipe: Evening Porridge Baby Thermomix
Ingredients for 1 Serving:
- ▸ 200 ml whole milk (or formula)
- ▸ 20 g fine oat flakes
- ▸ 20 g fruit juice (e.g., apple juice) or 1 tbsp fruit puree
- ▸ ½ tsp rapeseed oil
Preparation in Thermomix:
- Add milk to the mixing bowl
- Add oat flakes
- Cook 5 min / 90°C / Speed 2
- Stir in fruit juice (or puree) and rapeseed oil
- Mix briefly: 10 sec / Speed 3
- Let cool to eating temperature and serve
When to Start Evening Porridge for Baby?
The milk-grain porridge in the evening is usually introduced as the third meal, around 7-8 months of age. Before that, your baby should already know the lunch and afternoon meals. The evening porridge then replaces the last milk feeding of the day.
Important:
Start with small amounts and increase the portion slowly. Not every baby likes evening porridge right away - patience is key!
Variations for Evening Porridge in Thermomix
The basic recipe can be wonderfully adapted to create variety:
Grain Variations:
- • Semolina porridge (wheat or spelt semolina)
- • Millet flakes
- • Rice flakes
- • Spelt flakes
Fruit Variations:
- • Apple puree (homemade or store-bought)
- • Pear puree
- • Mashed banana
- • Peach puree
Recipe: Semolina Porridge in Thermomix
A popular alternative to oat porridge:
- ▸ 200 ml whole milk
- ▸ 20 g soft wheat semolina
- ▸ 30 g apple puree
- ▸ ½ tsp rapeseed oil
Preparation: Add milk and semolina to mixing bowl, 5 min / 90°C / Speed 2. Then stir in apple puree and oil (10 sec / Speed 3).
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Tips for Perfect Evening Porridge
Adjust Consistency
Is the porridge too thick? Simply add a little more milk. Too thin? Stir in a few more flakes or semolina.
Right Temperature
Always test the porridge yourself before feeding! The ideal temperature is about body temperature (37°C).
Storage
Evening porridge doesn't store well in advance as it tastes best fresh. But preparation only takes 5 minutes!
Organic Quality
Use organic oat flakes and organic milk when possible. For formula, choose good quality without unnecessary additives.
Common Questions About Evening Porridge
Can I use plant-based milk?
Yes, from 1 year of age you can use oat milk or other plant-based drinks. In the first year, whole milk or formula is recommended as it provides important nutrients.
My baby doesn't sleep better despite evening porridge - why?
Evening porridge doesn't guarantee better sleep. Some babies sleep more peacefully, others don't. The main function is nutrient supply, not sleep promotion.
How long does the porridge keep?
Freshly prepared evening porridge should be consumed immediately. In the refrigerator, it keeps for a maximum of 24 hours - warm it gently before feeding.
Do I really need oil in evening porridge?
Yes! The oil provides important fatty acids and helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins. Half a teaspoon of rapeseed oil is perfect.
Quick Evening Porridge Recipes for the Whole Week
Monday: Classic Oat Porridge
With apple juice and rapeseed oil - the basic recipe
Tuesday: Semolina Porridge with Pear
Soft wheat semolina with pear puree
Wednesday: Millet Porridge with Banana
Millet flakes with mashed banana
Thursday: Spelt Porridge with Apple
Spelt flakes with apple puree
Friday: Oat Porridge with Peach
Oat flakes with peach puree
Saturday: Rice Porridge with Mango
Rice flakes with mango puree (from 8 months)
Sunday: Multi-Grain Porridge
Mix of oat and spelt with apricot
Conclusion: Evening Porridge Baby Thermomix
The Thermomix is a real helper when preparing evening porridge. In just 5 minutes, you create a nutritious, warm meal for your baby. The basic recipe with oat flakes is super simple and can be varied as you like.
It's important to use high-quality ingredients and always prepare the porridge fresh. With different grains and fruit puree variations, you bring variety to your baby's menu. Try different combinations and find out what your baby likes best!