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Warm Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa

A cozy, healthy breakfast bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, caramelized cinnamon apples, and shredded coconut.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Course: Breakfast, Breakfast Bowl
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Quinoa Base
  • 0.5 cup quinoa uncooked, rinsed
  • 1 cup almond milk or any plant-based milk
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Spiced Apples
  • 1 large apple diced
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon plus extra for dusting
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup optional
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut flakes unsweetened
  • 1 sprig fresh mint

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Fine-mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.
  2. In a saucepan, bring quinoa, almond milk, vanilla, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  3. While quinoa cooks, heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
  4. Sauté the apples for 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
  5. Transfer the cooked quinoa to a serving bowl.
  6. Top with the warm spiced apples and any pan juices.
  7. Dust generously with extra cinnamon, sprinkle with coconut flakes, and garnish with fresh mint. Serve warm.

Notes

You can prep the quinoa and apples ahead of time and reheat them in the morning with a splash of milk. Top with nuts or seeds for extra crunch.