Warm Cinnamon-Apple Quinoa Breakfast
Though it also tastes delicious cold as a power snack or dessert, this cinnamon apple quinoa breakfast bowl tastes best on a cold winter morning.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 224kcal
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or other nut milk of your choice
- 1/4 cup quinoa uncooked
- 1 apple diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon almond butter or other nut butter of your choice
- 1-2 tablespoon maple syrup or raw honey (optional)
Rinse quinoa in cold water and drain. Place in a small saucepan with the almond milk. Bring to a rolling boil and add cinnamon. Reduce to simmer and cook for about 15 minutes (until liquid has been absorbed). Stir frequently. Add more liquid (almond milk or water) if needed.
When ready, place a portion of quinoa into a serving bowl, top with maple syrup, nut butter, apple, and chia seeds.
If you have time, braise apples in a small saucepan with a little virgin coconut oil, raw sugar or maple syrup until softened and caramelized.
- Other possible toppings: extra pinch of cinnamon, chia seed jam, raisins, chopped almonds, or coconut yogurt. Also works great with blueberries or mixed berries instead of apples.
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