Description
A hearty whole grain base topped with cinnamon-caramelized apples. Perfect for a nutrient-dense breakfast or a healthy brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed whole grains (farro, quinoa, or steel-cut oats)
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 medium tart apples, diced
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
Instructions
- Toast grains in a pot over medium heat for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add water/broth and salt; simmer on low until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in milk to cream the grains and remove from heat.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced apples and sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over apples; cook until a golden syrup forms.
- Spoon grains into bowls and top with caramelized apples and glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American