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Maple Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa

Warm breakfast quinoa with maple-cinnamon apples tastes like cozy oatmeal but with a fluffy, protein-friendly texture. Perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Quinoa
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or 1 cup water + 1 cup milk
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
Maple Apple Topping
  • 2 medium apples peeled if desired, small dice
  • 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
  • 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup plus more to taste
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Small skillet
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Add rinsed quinoa, water, and salt to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet and add diced apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Cook 5 to 6 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir apples and vanilla into the quinoa. Taste and add more maple syrup if desired.
  5. Serve warm with yogurt, nuts, or a splash of milk if you like.

Notes

Tip: Reheat leftovers with a splash of milk or water so the quinoa turns creamy again.