5-Grain Kruska Recipe

Name: 5-Grain Kruska
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon wheat berries; 1 tablespoon whole millet; 1 tablespoon whole oats; 1 tablespoon whole rye meal; 1 tablespoon whole barley; 1 cup hot water; 1 tablespoon wheat germ; 1 tablespoon wheat or 1 tablespoon oat bran; 2 tablespoons raisins or 2 tablespoons golden raisins; milk or cream, to serve; honey (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Put the whole wheat grains and the millet, oats, rye, and barley in a clean coffee grinder or food processor and process until coarsely ground. Put them in a flameproof casserole, pour in the water, and let them soak overnight.
2
In the morning, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Bring the mixture in the casserole to a boil, add the wheatgerm and bran, as well as the raisins.
3
Transfer the casserole to the oven and bake for 30 minutes. The texture should be thick, but not sticky. If it is too thick, add a little more hot water. Serve the Kruska with hot or cold milk, or cream, and a little honey, if desired.
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This makes a great breakfast for toddlers and the rest of their family members too!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon wheat berries, 1 tablespoon whole millet, 1 tablespoon whole oats, 1 tablespoon whole rye meal, and more.

Yes, 5-Grain Kruska falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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5-Grain Kruska

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Variations & substitutions

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