A dark chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl is a nutritious and indulgent way to start your day. Here's how you can make one:
– 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed – 1 cup milk of your choice (dairy or plant-based) – 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste) – 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract – Pinch of salt
– Toppings: sliced bananas, strawberries, raspberries, nuts (such as almonds or walnuts), shredded coconut, dark chocolate chip
1. Cook Quinoa: In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. 2.
1. Add Cocoa Powder and Sweetener: Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in the cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
1. Serve: Spoon the chocolate quinoa into serving bowls.
1. Add Toppings: Top the chocolate quinoa with your favorite toppings, such as sliced bananas, strawberries, raspberries, nuts, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate chips. 2.
1. Enjoy: Dig in and enjoy your delicious dark chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl!