This Quinoa Breakfast Bake is protein-packed, mildly sweet, and made with wholesome ingredients. It’s incredibly easy to make—just mix everything in one pan and bake. Top it with your favorite toppings to make it your own!
If you are looking for healthy ways to eat quinoa for breakfast, then try my quinoa porridge recipe next!
A Quick Look at the Recipe
✅ Recipe Name: Quinoa Breakfast Bake Recipe
🕒 Ready In: ~ 4 minutes plus baking time
👪 Serves: 8 servings
🧑🍳 Main Ingredients: Quinoa, eggs, almond or peanut butter, brown sugar, milk and banana.
📖 Dietary Info: High Protein, gluten-free, and healthy
📌 Difficulty: Easy recipe - Just mix and bake!
Why you’ll love this quinoa breakfast bake?
Lately, I’ve been looking for more protein-rich recipe ideas, so I decided to switch things up and replace the oats in my baked oatmeal recipe with quinoa. After a few tweaks, this version turned out even better than I expected!
It’s incredibly easy to make and a great way to use up leftover quinoa. Made with wholesome, healthy ingredients, it’s perfect for meal prep—just slice, store, and enjoy throughout the week. Simply grab a piece from the fridge, warm it up in the microwave, and you’ve got a nourishing, protein-packed breakfast ready for busy mornings.
- maria doss
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Call it baked quinoa, a sweet quinoa breakfast casserole, or quinoa breakfast bake—whatever the name, it’s not only delicious but also holds its shape beautifully.
You can cut it into clean slices, making it perfect for freezing. Just thaw a slice or two, and you’ve got a filling, satisfying, and protein-packed breakfast to power you through a busy morning—or even as a post-workout snack. You will also love these baked oatmeal cups with banana, which are a healthy breakfast to go!
Tips for Success
- Use any nut butter like almond or peanut butter
- If you like a soft pudding like texture, then use 1 cup of milk
- Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar
More healthy breakfast ideas
Quinoa Breakfast Bake
Equipment
- Square baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup peanut butter or use almond butter
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar (You can use 2 tablespoons more if you like it a little sweeter)
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (I recommend using white quinoa)
Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray. You can use a slightly larger baking dish to get thinner slices.
- Add the bananas into the baking dish and mash well until smooth and lump free.
- Add all remaining ingredients except the quinoa and mix until thoroughly combined (a large fork or whisk works well).
- Stir in the quinoa and mix well to combine. You can bake it as is, or add your favorite toppings like sliced strawberries, blueberries, banana, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips.👉 I added some chopped strawberries and sliced almonds.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool, slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information, based on third-party calculations, should be seen as estimates, not guarantees, as various factors like product types, brands, processing methods, and more can alter the nutritional content in recipes.
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Topping ideas for quinoa breakfast casserole
You can make this quinoa breakfast bake plain or use any topping as you would do for a baked oatmeal. Toppings can add color, flavor, and extra texture to make it even more delicious and visually appealing. Here are a few suggestions:
- Halved or sliced fresh strawberries
- Fresh blueberries (avoid frozen—they release too much moisture)
- Sliced bananas
- A mix of fresh berries
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, or toasted pecans
Feel free to mix and match your favorite toppings for added flavor and texture!
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Storage
To Freeze: Place individual slices in a baking pan and freeze for 1–2 hours to flash freeze. Then transfer the slices to a large zip-top bag, seal, and store in the freezer.
To Thaw: Place one or two slices in the fridge overnight. Enjoy them cold in the morning or warm them in the microwave for a few seconds.
To Refrigerate: Store sliced portions of the sweet quinoa breakfast casserole in a sealed container in the fridge. Eat them cold or reheat briefly in the microwave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Although you can use any type of quinoa—they’re all similar in nutrition, being high in protein, fiber, and naturally gluten-free. However, I prefer using white quinoa for a breakfast casserole. It has a softer texture and becomes light and tender when baked, helping the casserole hold together nicely.
Red and tri-color quinoa tend to be firmer and slightly chewier, which can add more texture but may result in a less soft and cohesive bake.
It can turn out a bit crumbly if there isn’t enough liquid in the mixture. This can happen if too little milk is used, the nut butter is very thick, or the bananas are on the smaller side. All of these factors reduce the liquid-to-quinoa ratio, which can cause the bake to turn out dry or crumbly.
Yes, quinoa is actually a great choice for breakfast! It’s naturally high in protein and fiber, which helps keep you full and energized throughout the morning. Quinoa is also a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids—something you won’t find in most other breakfast grains.
You can enjoy quinoa in both sweet and savory ways, making it incredibly versatile. It’s an excellent option if you’re looking for a healthy, high-protein alternative to oats.
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Lucy
I don’t make breakfast bars much. Would they be awful if I left out the peanut butter? I’m not a fan of any nut butter, really. Thanks!
Maria Doss
Hi Lucy, The nut butter adds both thickness and flavor. If you decide to leave it out, I recommend adding about 1/4 cup more cooked quinoa and slightly increasing the brown sugar. Hope that helps - Maria