Sweet potato and hazelnut porridge with dates
- Norman Reffke
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Target: Energy-rich, filling breakfast for mild intestinal regulation
Cultural style & diet type: European-Oriental / vegetarian
Region: Central Europe & Middle East
Diet: gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free, cinnamon-free, high in fiber
Suitability: for morning lack of energy, sluggish digestion, constipation
🧬 Biochemical effect
Goal: Satiety & intestinal regulation through soluble fiber & natural sweetness
Mechanism: Sweet potato provides complex carbohydrates, dates have a mild bowel-regulating effect, chia seeds promote peristalsis, and vanilla/tonka bean has a calming effect.
Active ingredients: beta-carotene, potassium, soluble fiber, mucopolysaccharides, magnesium
🥣 Ingredients (for 1 serving)
ingredient | Crowd | Effect |
Boiled sweet potato | 150g | long-chain carbohydrates, rich in fiber |
Hazelnut butter or almond butter | 1 tsp | healthy fats, satiating, anti-inflammatory |
Dates (finely chopped) | 2 pieces | mild laxative, sweet, rich in potassium |
Chia seeds | 1 tsp | swelling, promotes peristalsis |
Vanilla powder or tonka bean | prize | calming, aromatic |
Hot water | 100–150 ml | creamy consistency, activation of the chia seeds |
👩🍳 Preparation – step by step
Peel and cook sweet potatoes until soft (prepared or fresh)
Place in a bowl with the puree, dates, chia seeds & vanilla/tonka bean
Add hot water gradually
Roughly mash with a fork or puree (depending on the desired consistency)
Serve warm – for maximum intestinal tolerance
⏱️ Preparation time: approx. 10 minutes for cooked sweet potato
🥣 Servings: 1
🥶 Storage: 1 day in the refrigerator possible, better enjoyed fresh
🧪 Macro- & micronutrients (approx. per serving)
macro | Crowd |
Carbohydrates | approx. 30 g |
protein | approx. 3 g |
Fat | approx. 6 g |
Micronutrient / active ingredient | Effect |
Beta-carotene (sweet potato) | antioxidant, skin care |
Potassium (dates, sweet potatoes) | cell-activating, muscle-relaxing |
Fiber (total) | satiating, intestinal caring |
Mucopolysaccharides (chia) | mucous membrane protective, transit-promoting |
⏰ Recommended intake & coaching integration
Time of day: morning – ideal for constipation and energy needs
Combination tips: afterwards 1 glass of still water to support the effect
Reset phase: ✅ Yes
Coaching assignment: Cluster 4 – Intestinal healing / Module: Energy building & intestinal relief
🛒 Shopping list
150 g cooked sweet potato
1 tsp hazelnut butter or almond butter
2 dates (pitted)
1 tsp chia seeds
Vanilla powder or tonka bean
100–150 ml hot water
🔄 Variants & Options
Vegan: ✅ Standard version
Low histamine: Replace dates with 1 teaspoon of rice syrup
Gourmet: sprinkle with roasted chopped hazelnuts