Discover the perfect blend of indulgence and wellness with quinoa pudding—a creamy, nutrient-packed treat that fuels your body and satisfies your sweet tooth guilt-free!
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Serves: 6–8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup (6 oz) quinoa, thoroughly cleaned
- 6 cups water
- 2 large eggs
- 2 egg whites
- 1 cup nonfat milk + 2 tbsp dry non-fat powdered milk (or substitute 1 cup whole milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup + 1 tbsp sugar, divided
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ¼ cup slivered or chopped almonds
- ¼ cup dried currants
- ⅛ tsp cinnamon
- Cooking spray (for greasing)
Directions
- Clean the quinoa:
- Place quinoa in a bowl of water. Rub grains between your hands, drain, and repeat until water runs clear (removes bitterness).
- Cook the quinoa:
- In a large saucepan, combine quinoa and 6 cups water. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 13–15 minutes until translucent. Drain well in a sieve.
- Prep the oven & milk mixture:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a measuring cup, mix powdered milk with nonfat milk until dissolved (skip if using whole milk).
- Make the pudding base:
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, milk mixture, vanilla, ¾ cup sugar, and salt until combined.
- Stir in cooked quinoa, almonds, and currants.
- Bake:
- Pour mixture into a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
- Mix remaining 1 tbsp sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for ~40 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
