Creamy Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
Creamy Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Porridge is warm, nutty, and gently sweet, with toasted quinoa simmered in almond milk for a rich, comforting texture. Hints of cinnamon and vanilla round out the flavor, while a touch of brown sugar brings balanced sweetness. Perfect for a cozy morning, it’s a satisfying dairy- and wheat-free start to the day.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add the quinoa.
- 2
Season with cinnamon and cook, stirring often, until toasted, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the almond milk, water, and vanilla, then stir in the brown sugar and salt.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and cook until the porridge is thick and the grains are tender, about 25 minutes.
- 5
If the liquid dries up before it finishes cooking, add more water as needed.
- 6
Stir occasionally, especially near the end, to prevent burning.
- Calories 195.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.26 g Moderate
- Carbs 36.02 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.44 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.14 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.65 mg Low Source
- Sodium 81.33 mg Low Source
- Fiber 3.19 g Moderate
- Sugar 13.48 g High
- Added Sugar 5.2 g Moderate
- Calcium 246.92 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.68 mg Low Source
- Potassium 3.29 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 915.68 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.29 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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