Using my leftover cranberries from this weekend’s Cranberry Walnut Bread crumbs has been an easy task. I decided to add these nutritional powerhouses to yesterday’s breakfast. I was motivated by this Hot Breakfast Banana Quinoa to make a Banana Quinoa Cake with Cranberries.
I combined the cooked quinoa, egg, mashed banana, flax, cinnamon, and cranberries in a microwave safe bowl. Three and a half simple minutes later, I had a warm and hearty breakfast!
Covered in peanut butter, this breakfast was divine. The warm cranberries ‘pop’ in your mouth and who doesn’t love warm gooey peanut butter?! It was loaded with protein which was perfect as I headed off to meet the trainer for a strength session.
Hot Banana Quinoa Cake with Cranberries
Adapted from Hot Banana Breakfast Quinoa
Makes 1 serving
1/3 cup cooked quinoa
1 egg
1 mashed banana
1-2 tsp cinnamon
1-2 tbsp ground flax
1/3 cup cranberries
Combine all ingredients in a microwave safe bowl. Stir well to combine. Microwave for 3.5 minutes. Cool slight,remove from bowl, and enjoy warm!
Optional: decorate with your favorite nuts, jams, maple syrup, fruit, nut butters, etc.
What a great idea! Is the quinoa cooked when you combine it with the rest of the ingredients?
Thanks! I got the idea from the Wannabe Chef and have been loving this breakfast with any flavor.
Yes, it is cooked quinoa. Thanks for asking. I will change that now!
I have become a fan of the Quinoa!
Me too!
So many options! So much protein!