You’ve heard of baked oats, but have you heard of baked quinoa? Baked oats is currently taking both Instagram and TikTok by storm, but that is not super friendly for those of us who are gluten free. So I endeavoured to make a gluten free version of this viral trend and came up with…baked quinoa! This baked quinoa recipe is not only gluten free, but is vegan as well.
This recipe is super simple, just pop all of the ingredients in a blender and then transfer the mixture to an oven-proof dish, bake for around 30 minutes and voila! You have a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
I’ve seen a lot of comparisons online likening baked oats to cake, however I’ve always found baked oats (and baked quinoa) to have a slightly denser texture than cake – more like banana bread. The banana and plant-based milk ensure that there is enough moisture to avoid the texture being rubbery or dry.
Baked Quinoa Ingredient Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, I have simply switched the oats for quinoa flakes. However, if you do eat oats feel free to switch the quinoa flakes back to oats and the recipe will work just the same.
I use the Power Super Foods cacao and maca powder as these are certified organic and are sourced from small holder organic farms. I also use a simple vegan pea protein powder.
Any peanut butter will work just fine, however I personally love Mayver’s Peanut Butter as they are made in Australia from nothing but roasted peanuts and a pinch of salt.
You can serve this baked quinoa with coconut yoghurt, extra sliced banana and/or some cacao nibs.
Prepping and Storing
This dish is best served straight away while it’s nice and warm, however it can be stored in the fridge for up to five days. Make sure you reheat it for a minute or so in the microwave before serving.
If you are looking for more breakfast recipes or snack ideas, you’ll also love this grain free and gluten free muesli and these overnight bircher muesli recipes: apple and cinnamon, coconut berry and choc peanut butter.
If you like this recipe and decide to share it on Instagram, don’t forget to tag @theplantryco and #theplantryco, I would love to see all your recreations!
Baked Quinoa: Choc Peanut Butter
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- Tablespoon
- Teaspoon
- 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa flakes
- 1 large banana
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp vegan protein powder
- 1 tbsp cacao
- 1 tsp maca powder
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (plus some extra to top)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Coconut yoghurt
- Banana
- Cacao nibs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (fan forced).
- Add 1 cup quinoa flakes, 1 large banana, 2 tsp baking soda, 1 tbsp protein powder, 1 tbsp cacao, 1 tsp maca powder, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 cup plant-based milk and a pinch of salt to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth (make sure you don’t over blend – they just need to be combined).
- Grease a small baking dish or ramekin. The baking dish I use is 18x13cm and is perfect for creating two serves.
- Pour batter into a baking dish and top with extra peanut butter.
- Pop in the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean (this may depend on the size of your baking dish).
- Serve immediately so it’s nice and warm. Add any additional toppings, including coconut yoghurt, sliced banana and/or cacao nibs.
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