Cinnamon Quinoa Pudding Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Cinnamon Quinoa Pudding is a nutritious and delicious alternative to traditional rice pudding. Made with protein-packed quinoa, almond milk, and warm spices, it provides a satisfying and healthy dessert option.

Perfect for those seeking healthy desserts, this recipe is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed warm or chilled. You can easily customize it by adding fruits, nuts, or a drizzle of honey.

Nutritious Cinnamon Quinoa Pudding

This quinoa pudding features fluffy quinoa cooked in almond milk with cinnamon and vanilla, creating a creamy texture and delightful flavor. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup raisins or dried fruit (optional)
Chopped nuts or fresh fruit for topping (optional)

Instructions

Rinse the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the mixture has thickened.
Add Optional Ingredients: If using, stir in the raisins or dried fruit during the last few minutes of cooking.
Serve: Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Serve warm or chilled, topped with chopped nuts or fresh fruit if desired.