Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (60g) regular Cream of Wheat
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1 tbsp (14g) unsalted butter
  • 1/8 tsp (0.75g) fine sea salt
  • 2 tbsp (25g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp (2g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp (14g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5ml) heavy cream
  • pinch of cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together the milk, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Gradually whisk in the Cream of Wheat in a steady stream to prevent lumps from forming.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir constantly for 5–7 minutes until the cereal reaches a soft peak consistency.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter until completely melted and glossy.
  5. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter, stirring until a thick paste forms.
  6. Dollop the cinnamon paste over the cooked cereal and gently swirl into the grains using a knife or spoon.
  7. Whisk together maple syrup and heavy cream in a small bowl.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cereal and finish with a light dusting of cinnamon.