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High Protein Baked Quinoa Pudding

A cozy, nutritious dessert packed with protein and fiber, perfect for breakfast or dessert!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa Be sure to rinse it well to remove any bitterness.
  • 2 cups almond milk Any milk of choice can be used.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Adjust to your liking if you prefer it less sweet.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure extract if possible.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Feel free to sprinkle a bit extra for fun!
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Just a pinch to balance out the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup raisins You can substitute with your choice of dried fruit.
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts Optional; add walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
  • as needed fresh fruit for topping Berries, bananas, or a dollop of yogurt make a gorgeous finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
  3. In a bowl, mix the quinoa, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Stir in the raisins and nuts, if using.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and shake gently to even it out.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pudding is set and lightly browned on top.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or cold, topped with fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

You can prep this pudding ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. For reheating, use the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or microwave in 30-second increments.