Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa: A Cozy Morning Delight

Enjoy a nourishing bowl of Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa, a gluten-free start to your day filled with the warmth of cinnamon and apples.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 2 bowls

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Quinoa Base

1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking for best flavor.
2 cups Water Use a 2:1 ratio for fluffy grains.

For the Sweetness

2 medium Apples Firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp; peel and chop.
2 tablespoons Honey Can swap for maple syrup for vegan option.

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Cinnamon No substitutes needed, but mix with nutmeg for a twist.

Equipment

medium saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Peel, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine chopped apples, rinsed quinoa, and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until quinoa absorbs water and apples are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon, mixing thoroughly.
Spoon into bowls, drizzle with honey or maple syrup, and sprinkle with additional cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa to remove its natural coating for a better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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