Berry Quinoa Breakfast Bake (Printable)

A warm, wholesome morning dish combining quinoa, berries, and subtle spices for a nourishing start.

# What You Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed

→ Dairy & Alternatives

02 - 2 cups milk or non-dairy milk
03 - 2 large eggs

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Fruit

08 - 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen; e.g., blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries)

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
10 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
02 - Spread rinsed quinoa evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
03 - Scatter half of the mixed berries evenly over the quinoa layer.
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
05 - Pour the milk and egg mixture evenly over the quinoa and berries in the baking dish.
06 - Sprinkle the remaining berries on top, followed by chopped nuts and shredded coconut if desired.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with extra milk or yogurt.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It makes your whole kitchen smell like cinnamon and berries while you're still in your pajamas.
  • You basically throw everything together and the oven does the real work, leaving you free to read or sit outside.
  • One pan means one thing to clean, and leftovers taste even better the next morning.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the quinoa or it will taste slightly bitter and soapy, which no amount of berries can fix.
  • If you use frozen berries, don't thaw them first; they'll release all their liquid and make everything too wet, so toss them in frozen.
03 -
  • Use a baking dish with high sides because the custard rises slightly and you want room for it to breathe without overflowing.
  • Taste the raw custard mixture before pouring; if it needs a touch more sweetness or vanilla, add it now—it's your last chance to adjust.
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