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Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Updated Aug 23, 2021Published Jan 16, 2017 By Julia 7 CommentsThis post may contain affiliate links.

Summary:
This warm and cozy breakfast bowl features toasted quinoa and cocoa powder, contributing a deliciously nutty chocolate taste, and it's topped with crunchy coconut chips and fresh blueberries. Plant-based and gluten-free.
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Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

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Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 15 minutes mins
Yield: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa (Note 1)
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened coconut milk (Note 2)
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (Note 3)

Toppings:

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (Note 4)
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut chips (Note 5)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Toast Quinoa: Add quinoa to small saucepan over medium heat. Stirring frequently, cook until toasted, 3-5 minutes. Adjust heat as needed.
  • Cook Quinoa: Stir in 1 cup of coconut milk to saucepan with quinoa. Bring to boil. Cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes, monitoring frequently to avoid boiling over.
  • Finish: Reduce heat to low. Uncover and stir in cocoa powder, brown sugar, and up to 1/2 cup of coconut milk for desired consistency. If making ahead of time, portion and refrigerate (Note 6).
  • Serve: Serve in two bowls, and top with blueberries and coconut chips.

NUTRITION

Makes 2 Servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories 400 (44% from fat)  
Total Fat 20g 30%
   Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 20mg 1%
Net Carb 45g  
Total Carb 54g 18%
   Dietary Fiber 9g 37%
   Sugars 20.5g  
Protein 9g  
Vitamin A 8% · Vitamin C 13% · Calcium 12% · Iron 21%

PHOTOS

overhead view of chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl
uncooked quinoa in a measuring cup
chocolate quinoa served in a bowl
spooning up chocolate quinoa
close up view of chocolate quinoa bowl

NOTES & TIPS

(1) Quinoa. I use Bob’s Red Mill white quinoa, which is pre-washed and cooks in less than 15 minutes on the stovetop. Other brands of quinoa may take longer to cook, which means you may need to add in extra milk during cooking.
(2) Coconut Milk. Substitute with your favorite unsweetened plant-based milk, such as almond milk, cashew milk, or oat milk.
(3) Brown Sugar. Substitute with your favorite sweetener, such as no-calorie sugar substitutes. Liquid sweeteners should also work well, such as honey or maple syrup.
(4) Blueberries. Substitute with fresh fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, or sliced bananas.
(5) Coconut Chips. Substitute with toasted nuts like walnuts or pecans.
(6) Making Ahead / Leftovers. This recipe makes two servings, but you can make a large batch by doubling or tripling the ingredients. Individual portions can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days (toppings should be stored separately), and reheated in the microwave. If the quinoa appears a bit dry, stir in extra coconut milk.

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Cooking For Two, Per Serving: More Than 10g Net Carbs Tagged With: 0-30min, 6-10ingredients, blueberries, cocoa powder, coconut flakes, coconut milk, gluten free, quinoa, stovetop, vegan, vegetarian

About Julia

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julia is a recipe developer and the founder of Savory Tooth, and lives in Boston, Massachusetts. Since 2015, she has been sharing simple recipes for tasty dishes in a user-friendly format. She typically prefers savory foods over sweet, hence the name of the site. Contact her at julia@savorytooth.null.com.

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Dani

Could I switch out coconut for almond milk?

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4 years ago
Julia

Yes, I think that would work nicely here.

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4 years ago
Lindsey

I was suspicious at first, but this recipe was really filling, delicious, and quick to throw together; I highly recommend it.

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4 years ago
Leatha

I loved this. I used maple syrup instead of brown sugar and added chia seeds and flaxseed meal. I didn’t have many blueberries so I used some raspberries as well. I will make this again for sure.

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6 years ago
Julia

I’m so glad to hear you loved it. Thanks for the feedback — raspberries sound delicious!!

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6 years ago
Danielle

I was skeptical, but this pleasantly surprised me!

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7 years ago
Julia @ HappyFoods Tube

Whaaat? Sweet quinoa? I would have never thought of that myself! 🙂 Definitely making it this week!

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8 years ago

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