Cinnamon-Apple Quinoa Breakfast Porridge

Name: Cinnamon-Apple Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 cups Almond Milk; 1 tbsp Butter; 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon; 1 tbsp Half & Half; 2 tbsp Maple Syrup; 1 cup Red Quinoa; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.33 cup Sliced Almonds; 1 whole Sliced Apples; 2 cups Water

Breakfast 🍳 American Low-Sodium Heart-Healthy ❤️Vegetarian 🥦Ayurvedic 🧘Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️Comfort-Food Pescatarian 🐟

Cinnamon-Apple Quinoa Breakfast Porridge blends tender red quinoa with warm cinnamon apples for a cozy, lightly sweet bowl that’s creamy yet nutty. Maple syrup and almond milk round out the flavor, while sliced almonds add a gentle crunch. It’s a comforting morning option perfect for cool days or a nourishing brunch.

Prep10 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves3
DifficultyEasy

1

In a saucepan over high heat, bring the quinoa and water to a boil.
2

Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
4

Add the apple, then sprinkle with salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
5

Stir in the almonds; cook and stir until the apple is hot and starting to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
6

Pour in the almond milk and half-and-half cream; keep cooking until hot.
7

Stir in the hot quinoa, and cook for a few minutes before serving.