Description
Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa is a warm, comforting dish that combines fluffy quinoa with sweet, caramelized apples and fragrant cinnamon. This breakfast bowl not only nourishes your body but also delights your senses with its rich flavors and inviting aroma. Perfect for busy mornings or a cozy brunch, this recipe can be easily customized with seasonal fruits and nuts, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 medium Fuji or Honeycrisp apples, diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and almond milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, melt butter in another pan over medium heat. Sauté diced apples for about five minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Stir in cinnamon and maple syrup with the apples, coating them evenly.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and combine it with the sautéed apple mixture.
- Serve warm, topped with chopped nuts and an extra drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, use honey instead of maple syrup. Swap out apples for pears or bananas based on your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat by adding a splash of almond milk.