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Easy Quinoa Flakes Porridge

Published: Aug 29, 2024 by Janelle Hama *This post may contain affiliate links. Disclosure

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A warming and naturally sweetened bowl of quinoa flakes porridge, which takes less than five minutes to make. Mix in your favorite fruit, berries, seeds, and nuts for a delicious and fulfilling breakfast.

quinoa flakes porridge in a bowl being spooned
A quinoa flakes porridge made with DF milk

This quick, vegan, and gluten-free meal is one of my go-to breakfast during the weekdays. It's ready in minutes, making it a perfect oatmeal alternative for those on a vegan and gluten-free diet.

Occasionally, when I have more time in the morning, I enjoy making a vegan chickpea flour tofu scramble or my oatmeal banana sorghum pancakes. These delicious vegan and gluten-free breakfast options are easy to prepare but take a little longer than 5 minutes to make.

Key Ingredients

gluten free cereal ingredients

The complete list of ingredients with measurements, can be found in the full recipe card below.

Key Ingredients

To create a sweet quinoa flakes porridge, you'll need the following three basic ingredients; then, you can add your preferred toppings.

Quinoa flakes create a creamy, smooth porridge and can be found at your local supermarket, health-food store, or you can get them here .

For the liquid I alternate between using dairy-free milk or water, or sometimes I indulge in a flavored milk like this homemade plant based strawberry milk, with a liquid to flakes ratio of 3:1 for a creamy porridge.

I always choose a natural sweetener such as maple syrup to add to my porridge.

Toppings and Flavorings

Spices - cinnamon is my favorite, but you can also add a pinch of nutmeg, star anise, or any other flavor you desire.

Fruit - use your favorite dried or fresh fruit or berries, ensuring they are chopped into small pieces. I like to include some goji berries in mine.

Nuts and seeds - add your preferences; I like to use tiger nuts, pepitas, sunflower, or try adding some coconut chia oatmeal bites.

hot gluten free cereal in a red pot
a basic quinoa porridge with some dried goji berries and pepitas

How To Make Quinoa Flakes Porridge

In a small saucepan over medium heat on the stovetop, add quinoa flakes, water (or dairy-free milk), and maple syrup, then whisk to combine.

Once it starts to thicken, whisk in any other desired ingredients. The total cooking time is 90 seconds, as the rolled quinoa is very fine, it'll cook very quickly. Be sure to constantly stir and as soon as it thickens, turn off the heat.

Serve warm topped with your favorite toppings. I sometimes like to add a spoonful of my refined sugar-free plum chia jam or strawberry jam with chia seeds and a sprinkle of maple pecan granola.

a brownish porridge in a small sauce pot
quinoa flake porridge using water

FAQ

What does quinoa porridge taste like?

Quinoa porridge has a creamy, nutty and slightly bitter flavoring which can be masked by adding flavorings and toppings. Some people say quinoa is virtually tasteless, which is great as it takes on the flavors it has been paired with. Quinoa porridge can be made sweet or savory.

How to cook quinoa flakes?

Add one cup of water to a saucepan and bring to a slight boil and add ⅓ cup of quinoa flakes over medium heat. Continuously stir for about 90 seconds, until it has softened and begins to thicken. Turn off the heat, and allow them to cool, the mixture will thicken further. Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

quinoa porridge in a bowl with fresh fruit

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Recipe

quinoa porridge in a bowl with fresh fruit

Easy Quinoa Flakes Porridge

An authentic quinoa porridge, a creamy breakfast dish made with nutrient-rich quinoa, plant-based milk, and a hint of vanilla. This vegan and gluten-free recipe is a protein-packed and wholesome way to start your day.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Australian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup Quinoa Flakes
  • 1 cup Water or dairy free milk
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup

Optional

  • 1 teaspoon Pepitas
  • 1 teaspoon Sunflower Kernels
  • 1 tablespoon Goji berries
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut flakes toasted
  • ½ cup Fresh fruit your preference
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Instructions

  • Over medium heat, add quinoa flakes, water (or dairy free milk), maple syrup and whisk.
    step 1 for making quinoa porridge
  • Once it starts to thicken, add all other ingredients and whisk through, total cooking time is approx. 90 sec.  Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
    step 2 for making quinoa porridge

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 215mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 361IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Zya

    February 06, 2025 at 11:41 pm

    5 stars
    i have made savory quinoa flakes before but had the inspiration this morning to make a sweet porridge as i'm out of oats. i actually toasted them in half a tsp of ghee and then used half milk half water, added cinnamon and raisins, topped with peanut butter, maple syrup and the other 1/2 tsp ghee. this recipe was perfect! only thing missing would be a pinch of salt. took a little longer to cook on my woodstove, no more than 5 minutes. perfect! thanks for helping expand my mind of breakfast

    Reply
    • Janelle Hama

      February 06, 2025 at 11:59 pm

      My pleasure! I just love receiving comments like this, hearing about how folks make recipes suit them.
      I like the sound of a wood stove btw!

      Reply
  2. J

    May 18, 2023 at 11:05 am

    5 stars

    Thank you, Thank you. You have the easiest and quickest way to make Quinoa flakes as a substitute from oatmeal. I have been needing help as a new Vegan and I will check out your other recipes. I send you The best with your cooking. keep these awesome alkaline vegan recipes coming. ❤️

    Reply
    • Janelle Hama

      May 18, 2023 at 11:53 am

      I am so glad you enjoyed making quinoa flakes porridge. It's so wholesome! Thank you for your lovely words 🙂

      Reply
  3. Peter

    July 20, 2022 at 8:06 pm

    5 stars
    I love Quinoa, but never have had it as Quinoa Flakes before. It was so quick and easy to make, and perfect with fruit for breakfast! I think we have new brekkie favorite! I've been clicking around on this blog and found so many unique foods (unique to me at least) Subbed 🙂

    Reply
  4. Helene

    July 05, 2022 at 9:09 pm

    5 stars
    Great gluten-free recipe for my daughter! I must say I enjoyed it as well, I know it's not vegan, but I used honey and it was good, thanks!

    Reply
  5. Jerika

    June 28, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    This quinoa flakes porridge is yum, yum.:) And it takes less than 5 minutes to make it, plus I can add my favorite fruits and nuts. Thanks!:)

    Reply
  6. Odette

    March 21, 2022 at 11:10 am

    5 stars
    Janelle, I love how you sometimes use ingredients that I have never come across, always learning something new from you. I used quinoa flakes for the first time and was excited at how creamy they are. I added fresh chopped fruit and sweetened mine with maple syrup. I felt happy and full that I ate something healthy

    Reply
  7. Cassie

    February 19, 2022 at 2:26 am

    5 stars
    Nice and creamy and I love adding different toppings.

    Reply
  8. Rob

    January 26, 2022 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    I have made this porridge several times since you published the recipe and I am in love! Such a healthy and delicious breakfast! I can't always afford gf oats, thank God for this substitute.

    Reply
  9. Jan

    June 10, 2021 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    I couldn’t eat oats as I couldn’t find any gluten free ones. Found quinoa flakes and I’ve been hooked every since. It’s hearty, delish and warming.

    Reply
    • Mireille

      August 06, 2023 at 12:47 am

      5 stars
      I love love this so easy to make now that I'm gluten free and dairy free..😊

      Reply
      • Janelle Hama

        August 07, 2023 at 10:32 am

        Yay, winning!!!

        Reply

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