Honey-Almond Quinoa with Cream Cheese Recipe

Name: Honey-Almond Quinoa with Cream Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 cup steel-cut oats; 4 cups water; Kosher salt; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, for greasing the pan; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 3/4 cup raw sliced almonds; 1/2 cup honey, plus 2 tablespoons for drizzling; 1/2 brick (4 ounces) plain cream cheese, warmed to room temperature

Servings: persons

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup steel-cut oats
4 cups water
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon unsalted butter, for greasing the pan
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 cup raw sliced almonds
1/2 cup honey, plus 2 tablespoons for drizzling
1/2 brick (4 ounces) plain cream cheese, warmed to room temperature

1
Bring the quinoa, oats, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and water to a rolling boil in a large pot.
2
Reduce heat, add the cinnamon and brown sugar, and stir.
3
Let the mixture simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Once the water is absorbed into the grains, remove from heat, and let cool for 10 minutes.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees .
6
Butter an 8-by-8-inch or 11-by-7-inch baking dish and set aside.
7
Lightly beat the eggs and slowly add them to tje quinoa and oats mixture, stirring constantly.
8
Add the baking powder, 1/2 cup of almonds and 1/2 cup of honey and mix well.
9
Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, spread cream cheese on top, and sprinkle with remaining almonds.
10
Bake, uncovered, 25 to 35 minutes or until bubbly.
11
Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, drizzle the remaining honey on top, then serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed, 1 cup steel-cut oats, 4 cups water, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Honey-Almond Quinoa with Cream Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Honey-Almond Quinoa with Cream Cheese

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