Ingredients
Quinoa Pudding:
- 1/2 cup quinoa (85 g)
- 2 cups milk of choice (480 g) – almond, soy, coconut, or dairy
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (30–45 g), or other sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 g)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (1.5 g)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water in a mesh strainer until water runs clear. Drain well.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover slightly and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
- Thicken: Remove lid and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and adjust consistency with more milk if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or refrigerate overnight. Top with extra cinnamon or fruit before serving.
Notes
- Quinoa absorbs more liquid when left to sit, so add extra milk when reheating.
- For a richer flavor, use canned coconut milk.
- Adjust sweetness levels according to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 12g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 6g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10mg
