5 Instagram-worthy porridge bowls

Whether you’re on-the-go or relaxing at home, you can still make your breakfast a real work of oatie art.

If you’ve ever sat down at a restaurant for dinner and stopped your dining companion from tucking in whilst you take an Instagram snap, you’ll be well aware of the ‘appetite’ that we have for beautifully curated food photography.

It’s no secret that we eat with our eyes...

...and that doesn't change when it comes to our breakfasts. Just a quick scroll through the #breakfasttime hashtag shows thousands of stunning square-cropped images of breakfasts, with porridge oat bowls featuring heavily in the line-up. Here at MOMA we've been trying our hand at it too!

5 of the outstanding oatie creations at the #MOMAmornings event

Here’s 5 of the #MOMAmornings masterpieces for a bit of oatie inspiration for your morning porridge - whether you’re at home or on-the-go.

Figs and Fresh Edible Flowers from The Social Kitchen

This delightfully topped porridge bowl combines figs, passion fruit, blueberries, raspberries, edible flowers and chia seeds for a protein and nutrient packed way to start the day.

This dairy and gluten free porridge breakfast beauty from LornaFlorence_

This gluten and dairy free porridge fuses the antioxidant rich properties of blueberries and the crunch of flaked almonds, which are also a fantastic source of vitamin E and magnesium.

A colourful concoction from chelseadthorpe

Smothered in nut butter, blueberries and pumpkin seeds, this perfectly positioned porridge snap from Chelsea showed us that with just a few props, you can make porridge look truly awesome.

Pink Porridge from BrunchGrind

Porridge perfect for a grey day. BrunchGrind certainly put the punch in their brunch with this fruity topped porridge bowl. Simply styled to let the colours and textures shine through in all of it’s oatie glory. Topped with sliced figs and a sprinkle of omega-3 rich walnuts make this porridge a treat that can’t be beat.

A porridge portrait from Isawelly

Showing us that it’s not always about the instagram flat-lay - Pilates and Wellness coach Isa-Welly shows us an alternative way promote your porridge. Almond butter, juicy, ripe strawberries top this delightful oatie creation, finished off with a flourish of fresh, edible flowers.

5 tips and tricks that will help you take beautiful food photos for Instagram

Food stylist Dani Tucker from @the_social_kitchen was on-hand to help make these shots look perfect. From framing to choosing the right filter, Dani has kindly given us some of her top tips for creating the perfect foodie instagram post. For more drool-worthy instagram imagery, check out Dani’s website The Social Kitchen, here!

1. Natural light always improves instagram snaps

You want lots of light! Natural is always best where possible, and try to eliminate any harsh shadows created by anything in the way.

2. Bigger on camera

Food always looks bigger on camera so go for smaller bowls, cups and spoons.

3. Sparkling water to make your instagram images ‘pop!’

A small glass of sparkling water with a slice of lemon inside adds interest to the snap.

4. Use Props, Colours and Patterns to add interest

Using a variety of textures, colours and patterns via different backgrounds, plates, cutlery, etc. will make the world of difference to your instagram feed

5. Act fast & snap quick!

Fresh food can wilt or go dull quickly and it doesn’t look so appealing after sitting out for too long. So snap away as soon as possible to get the best shot!.

Awesome days begin with awesome breakfasts

Starting your day right is easy when you’ve got a stash of our instant porridge handy. Think you’ve got the creative flair to match our #MOMAmornings masterpieces? Show us just how you pimped your porridge by tagging us @momafoods on Instagram.