Description
This creamy vanilla quinoa pudding is a healthy, cozy alternative to traditional rice pudding. Lightly sweetened with maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon, it’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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
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Rinse quinoa under cold water in a mesh strainer until water runs clear. Drain well.
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In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Cover slightly ajar and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
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Remove lid and simmer 5 more minutes until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Add more milk if creamier texture is desired.
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Serve warm or refrigerate overnight. Top with extra cinnamon or fruit.
Notes
- Quinoa will absorb more liquid as it sits. Add extra milk when reheating.
- Make it richer with canned coconut milk.
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
