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Easiest Nutritious Quinoa Breakfast Cake

This delightful cake is quick, easy, and packed with nutrients, providing a delicious start to your day, even on the busiest mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 ripe ripe bananas, mashed For sweetness and binding
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Leave the dry stuff for another day
  • 2 large eggs Or flaxseed meal for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey For sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates flavor
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats Main bulk of the cake
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon For flavor
  • a pinch salt To balance flavors
Optional Add-Ins
  • nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit For additional flavor and texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, cooked quinoa, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix together rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. If desired, mix in optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper and pour the batter into the dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow cooling for a few minutes before slicing.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or at room temperature. Pair with yogurt, fresh fruit, or enjoy as is.

Notes

This cake stores well; bake ahead for the week. Substitute bananas with applesauce or pumpkin puree if desired. Kids can help with mashing and mixing!