warm brown sugar cinnamon quinoa breakfast bowl

1 Pinch
Akron, OH
Updated on Dec 3, 2025

This breakfast bowl offers a warm, comforting flavor profile where the nutty richness of the quinoa and your chosen butter (or other creamy addition) is gently sweetened by brown sugar. The prominent flavor notes are cozy cinnamon and creamy dairy, creating a satisfying and balanced hot cereal that pairs well with the bright sweetness of fresh fruit and the crunch of toasted almonds.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup white quinoa
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, plus more for sprinkling
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter, yogurt, cream cheese or sour cream to make it creamy.
  • optional toppings: toasted sliced almonds, apples, peaches or bananas

How To Make warm brown sugar cinnamon quinoa breakfast bowl

  • Step 1
    In a small saucepan, combine the 3/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  • Step 2
    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 3
    Reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan tightly with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Step 4
    After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat, but DO NOT lift the lid.
  • Step 5
    Let the quinoa stand, covered, for 5 minutes to finish absorbing the liquid.
  • Step 6
    Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork.
  • Step 7
    Divide the quinoa mixture evenly between two bowls.
  • Step 8
    Stir in 1 tablespoon of nut butter, yogurt, cream cheese, or sour cream into each bowl to make it creamy.
  • Step 9
    Top with brown sugar and cinnamon, to taste.
  • Step 10
    Optional: Top each bowl with toasted sliced almonds or any other desired toppings like peaches or bananas.

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Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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