Have leftover quinoa? Make these Chia Seed Quinoa Muffins! Light, fluffy and made healthier with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt and naturally sweetened with honey!
So in case you were wondering what I did with my leftover quinoa, yep obviously I made muffins. I just love these because they are the perfect dose of protein needed to kick start your day, they taste delicious and they are oh so easy to make! I threw in some chia seeds because they only helped to enhance the flavor and make you feel more energized – which is something I really needed today.  This week is draggggging….but I’m excited that I finally chose my paint colors (holy transition right there) so looking forward to yet another busy weekend full of house assembling and decorating. It’s definitely coming along though, just wish I could snap my fingers and make it all happen instantly.
Or win the lottery.
I welcome either option.
Chia Seed Quinoa Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cook quinoa according to package directions and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- In medium bowl, combine quinoa, flours, baking powder, salt and chia seeds.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together milk, egg, yogurt, honey and vanilla extract.
- Slowly add to quinoa mixture and stir until just combined.
- Divide mixture evenly among greased muffin tins and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 5 minutes and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I just made these today (I’ve had them pinned forever!). They turned out perfectly. Thanks so much! These will be perfect for my kids for breakfast or for their lunch at school.
What lovely muffins! A wonderful treat.
Cheers,
Rosa
Hey! I love your blog…Loved this recipe since it included both quinoa and chia (my new two favorite healthy ingredients) I recently tried making these following your recipe exactly and mine didn’t come out so well… they looked great but the inside was doughy and I used cupcake liners and they baked right onto the liner so I could only eat about half of the muffin =/ I will definitely try another of your recipes… but I am kind of disappointed.
OMG! I am so going to try this!!
OMG! I am so going to try this!!!
Totally following you now sweet thing!! Happy Vday, love your blog!! What a adorable house too!
xoxo
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Yumm. Looks good. Can’t wait to try them!
You have probably already gotten this question, but where did you get those cute spoons? I love your blog!
My goodness, what a nutrition-packed muffin that is! A great way to use leftover quinoa!
I’ve been adding chia seeds to a lot of my snacks, this is another great way to incorporate them! Thanks for a delicious looking recipe!