Amazing 3-Step Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge
Start your morning with this warm, comforting Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge. It is a simple, satisfying breakfast that brings cozy spices and wholesome grains together for a perfect start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large apple, diced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: chopped walnuts, extra cinnamon, or a drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is mostly absorbed.
- Add the milk, diced apple, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the pot. Stir well.
- Continue to cook uncovered over low heat for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is creamy and the apples are tender.
- Remove from heat. Let it stand for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can prepare a larger batch of cooked quinoa ahead of time to speed up your morning prep.
- Feel free to substitute other grains like oats for a different texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter porridge, increase the maple syrup slightly.
- For extra richness, use full-fat coconut milk as your liquid base.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Approx. 15g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 7g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 65g
- Fiber: Approx. 8g
- Protein: Approx. 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
