Description
A cozy, wholesome breakfast made with creamy quinoa simmered in milk (or plant-based milk), topped with warm sautéed cinnamon apples. Naturally sweetened, protein-packed, and perfect for chilly mornings.
Ingredients
For the quinoa porridge:
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1 cup quinoa, rinsed
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2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
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1 cup water
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2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
For the sautéed apples:
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2 medium apples, peeled and sliced
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1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
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1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Optional: pinch of nutmeg
Toppings (optional):
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Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
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Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)
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Nut butter drizzle
Instructions
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Cook the quinoa:
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In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa, milk, water, cinnamon, and salt.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and liquid absorbed.
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Stir in vanilla extract and sweetener.
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Prepare the apples:
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In a skillet, melt butter or coconut oil over medium heat.
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Add apple slices, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
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Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and caramelized.
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Assemble:
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Divide porridge into bowls, top with sautéed apples, and add any optional toppings.
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Notes
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Can be made dairy-free by using almond, oat, or coconut milk.
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Swap apples for pears or peaches in season.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Healthy Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: healthy breakfast, quinoa porridge, apple quinoa, gluten-free porridge, vegan breakfast, high protein breakfast