Czech style porridge made from Cream of Wheat. Sprinkled with cocoa powder and sugar, topped with melted butter. In the Czech Republic, it is also called "Pohádka mládí," a fairy tale of youth.
Pour the milk into a saucepan and place it on the stove. Heat the milk over medium-high heat until it is lukewarm, but not hot.
Remove the milk from the heat and stir in the Cream of Wheat. Whisk gently to prevent lumps from forming. Return the saucepan to the heat.
Cook until thickened. Stir constantly to avoid lumps.
Spread the wheat cream on a wide plate and sprinkle with granulated sugar mixed with cocoa powder.
Pour over the melted butter and serve immediately.
Notes
Makes 2 portions.
The Czech substitute for Cream of Wheat is Dětská krupička.
Using granulated sugar in the topping will give it a crunchy texture. If you prefer a smoother consistency, feel free to substitute granulated sugar with powdered sugar.
In addition to cocoa powder, some Czechs also enjoy sprinkling Krupicová kaše with a combination of ground cinnamon and sugar.
How to eat Krupicová kaše? I suggest to eat it in a circular motion around the edges of the plate, gradually working toward the center, where there is usually most of the topping and butter.