The recipe is deceptively simple: cereals, cold milk, a bowl, and a spoon - and it's delicious! So why would we ever consider questioning the proper way to consume cereal? It turns out that there are a few cereal connoisseurs out there who have made the decision to toss the rulebook out the window and experiment with their own creations. A few are innovative, while others are interesting, and there are a few who are just... dare we say it, daring. They're on their way...
The bowl-or-no-bowl issue when it comes to cereal consumption
Consumption of cereals in a bowl is an unwritten rule of morning rituals for the vast majority of us. They're large enough to accommodate as many spoonfuls as we like, and they've got that wonderfully curved form that makes it really simple to pick up and dig right in. The gang of revolutionaries who eat their cereal in cups, or even more revolutionary... on plates... is undoubtedly well-known to you.
While cups can be useful in certain situations (for example, if you're trying to limit your portion size, looking forward to drinking the delicious leftover milk without the loud slurping, or simply haven't finished the dishes yet), eating cereal on a dinner plate is a risky choice to make on occasion. Even while we don't advocate it, if you feel like throwing yourself a morning challenge, skip the bowl and go chasing your favorite cereals around on a dinner plate instead. What's the harm in trying?
Which comes first, milk or cereal?
Which one was the first to appear? Which is more important, the milk or the cereal? This is the point at which the dispute over "how to eat cereals correctly" becomes almost metaphysical. The rule is that there is no such thing as a rule. For the best cereal-to-milk ratio and maximum crunch, start with the milk first and gradually add the cereals until the amount of milk in the bowl is equal to the amount of cereals. If the concept of starting with milk offends you, you'll be relieved to hear that a large number of individuals prefer to eat their cereals in the opposite order of milk. No matter which method you favor, experiment with the polar opposite strategy the next time and see what you think.
The "refill" method is used to achieve the ultimate crunchiness.
Things are about to become a little difficult, but stick with us for a while. If you believe there is nothing worse than soggy cereal, you've come to the right place. Starting with a little bit of cereal, pour in a bigger quantity of milk, then repeat the process. Consume the cereals, then repeat the process with an equal amount of more cereal. Repeat the process until there is no more milk in the bowl. Similar to repeatedly nibbling the top layer of a cereal bowl and never reaching the mushy stage of morning cereals, the situation is similar to
How do you eat cereal as though you only had one life?
Cereal enthusiasts have found on their own that there are many different ways to consume cereals. Having combed the internet for popular alternatives to cold milk, we have come up with a list of our favorites. However, we strongly advise care before implementing any of the suggestions below!
Yogurt may be substituted for milk
Instead of milk, Greek yoghurt may be added to your morning cereals to provide you with extra protein.
Ice cubes in breakfast cereals
If you want your milk to be really cold, you may go an additional step and include ice cubes in your bowl of breakfast cereal. Although they will quickly disappear, you should be informed that your morning meal will become a mushy affair.
Piping hot milk
Is it better to drink cold or hot milk? This "how to consume cereals" issue is still raging, but many cereal enthusiasts are refusing hot milk on the basis of religious conviction. You should try the hot/warm option if you are one of these people so you can determine which notion is the greatest.
Putting water on cereal
Some individuals get pleasure from a bowl of cereal mixed with water. These are the cereal devotees who are adamant about not "spoiling" their cereal with milk because they like the flavor. As a result, they're going to the most neutral liquid they can think of: water to solve their problem. Alternatively, folks who have run out of milk. However, you will most likely be shocked to learn that this is a proven and tested combination in both cases.
Coffee and cereals
Instead of making two separate trips to the coffee shop, why not combine the two in one convenient location?
Cereals with a cup of tea
Although it seems to be more of an accident than a breakfast decision, credit should be given for the unconventional combo.
Orange juice and cereals
It will most certainly transform your morning cereals into a mushy adventure with an orange twist, so proceed with caution. Those who are interested should experiment with it, but it is likely to be a "never again" experience.
Coconut water and coconut milk
Coconut, cereals, and water — this seems more like a recipe for how not to eat cereals than for how to eat cereals. If you like coconut, you may want to try the milk substitute instead. It's an absolutely delectable combo.
There are several ways to enjoy your favorite cereals, but we believe that the combination of milk and cereals is a match made in heaven!
