Description
A warm and comforting Cinnamon Toast Breakfast Quinoa recipe that combines toasted pecans with fragrant cinnamon and sweet maple syrup, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. This dish is customizable with various toppings like dried cherries, seeds, and fresh fruit, offering a delightful twist on traditional oatmeal.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 heaping tbsp chopped pecans (or walnuts/pumpkin seeds)
- 1½ tsp coconut oil (or butter/ghee)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (plus extra for topping)
- Tiny pinch of salt
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (warm or cold)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (adjust to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Dried cherries
- Chia or hemp seeds
- Milk or yogurt
- Sliced fresh fruit
Instructions
- Toast the Nuts: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the coconut oil and chopped pecans. Toast them for 2–3 minutes while stirring frequently until they become fragrant and slightly browned.
- Add Spices: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in ½ teaspoon of cinnamon and a tiny pinch of salt, cooking for about 30 seconds. This process helps bloom the cinnamon flavor and enhances the aroma.
- Incorporate Quinoa and Sweetener: Add the cooked quinoa and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the skillet. Stir well to coat the quinoa evenly and warm it through for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the cinnamon toast quinoa into a cozy bowl. Top with your choice of dried cherries, chia or hemp seeds, a splash of milk or yogurt, and a final dusting of cinnamon for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, allow the quinoa to sit undisturbed in the pan for 30 seconds before stirring.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- Enjoy it as a breakfast-for-dinner option or a nutritious snack with a cozy twist.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup cooked quinoa with toppings)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cinnamon toast quinoa, breakfast quinoa, healthy breakfast, maple syrup quinoa, warm quinoa dish, quick breakfast, nutritious quinoa recipe
