Quinoa Pudding
A creamy and nutritious quinoa pudding made with coconut milk, sweetened with honey, and flavored with cinnamon and vanilla.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup raisins optional
- Fresh berries or nuts for topping
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and coconut milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until quinoa is tender.
- Stir in honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and raisins if using. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes to thicken.
- Serve warm or chilled, topped with fresh berries or nuts.
Notes
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- Make it vegan: Swap honey for maple syrup or agave.
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- Adjust the sweetness: Taste and tweak as needed.
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- Chill it for a new experience: The texture changes when refrigerated—try both ways!
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- Meal prep friendly: Store in jars for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.