Description
This easy quinoa pudding recipe offers a creamy, comforting, and healthy alternative to traditional rice pudding. It is simple to make and perfect for a sweet treat or a wholesome breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve. This removes bitterness.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked.
- Stir in the milk, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Continue to cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the pudding thickens to your desired consistency. It will thicken more as it cools.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm or chilled, with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a richer pudding, use full-fat milk or add a spoonful of butter or coconut oil.
- Adjust the sweetness level to your preference.
- Quinoa pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or cardamom.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 250-300
- Sugar: 15-20g
- Sodium: 50-100mg
- Fat: 5-10g
- Saturated Fat: 1-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 4-6g
- Protein: 8-10g
- Cholesterol: 0-10mg