Apple Strudel Breakfast Cereal With Quinoa Recipe

Capture the magic of warm apple strudel in a healthy, hearty breakfast bowl! This recipe transforms fluffy quinoa into a delightful cereal, bursting with cinnamon-spiced apples and crunchy toasted almonds. A quick and easy recipe, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying start to your day. From Quinoa 365.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 302.9 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Apple Strudel Breakfast Cereal With Quinoa

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Ingredients for Apple Strudel Breakfast Cereal With Quinoa

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Dried Apple
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Vanilla yogurt (to taste)

How to Make Apple Strudel Breakfast Cereal With Quinoa

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitter coating.
  2. Drain the quinoa completely.
  3. Toast 1/2 cup sliced almonds in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Set aside.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups water, 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced), 1/4 cup raisins, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to the saucepan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 17 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons brown sugar.
  7. Divide the quinoa mixture into bowls.
  8. Top with vanilla yogurt (amount to taste) and sprinkle with the toasted almonds.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

9g

Carbs

15g