The healthiest way to eat "cake" for breakfast! Carrot cake quinoa flakes are packed with plant-based protein, gluten-free, and vegan. Best yet, this carrot cake porridge recipe can be made in less than 2 minutes!
Hey guys! How has your week been? Mine was short, I am already done! (Thank you NJ Teacher's Convention) 4 day weekend here I come 😉 So my week was pretty easy, we didn't do much in school and I have nothing urgent to study for this weekend. I got in some good workouts so far this week. Group Power, HIIT, yoga, and strength circuits. I also did some really awesome eating and have tons of ideas and recipe development to try out during this long weekend. Excited! Last night I had some salsa crockpot chicken I threw together Wednesday morning. When I came home from school the house smelled so lovely I could not wait to eat dinner! And now I can't wait to share the recipe with you next week 😉 It was so delicious, moist (hate that word, but it is the only one to describe it!), and not so spicy that I killed my stomach which I was worried about. I also had a micro-baked sweet potato with cinnamon, unsweetened shredded coconut, and peanut flour! Best dinner thus far this week 🙂 But don't fret! I do have a fun new Quinoa Flake recipe to share today! Behold, Carrot Cake Quinoa Flakes!
Carrot Cake Quinoa Flakes
Carrot Cake Quinoa Flakes
The healthiest way to eat "cake" for breakfast! Carrot cake quinoa flakes are packed with plant-based protein, gluten-free, and vegan. Best yet, this carrot cake porridge recipe can be made in less than 2 minutes!
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ⅓ Cup Quinoa Flakes
- ⅔ + 1 TB of Water
- 1 TB of Vanilla Protein Powder (optional)
- ¼ Cup of Finely Shredded Carrot (I used a simple grater)
- 2 TB Carrot Puree
- 1 Tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ Tsp Ginger
- ⅛ Tsp Nutmeg
- ½ Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
- 1 TB Unsweetened Shredded Coconut (topping)
- Additional Shredded Carrot (topping)
- Additional Cinnamon (topping)
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl add all you dry ingredients and stir, then add the shredded carrots, carrot puree, water and vanilla, stir again.
- Pop the bowl on high for 1 minute and 45 seconds (or 2 minutes) in the microwave. Remove and garnish it up with coconut, some extra carrots, and cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Sneaking in those veggies for breakfast is always a win 😉
I received two free weeks on MyYogaOnline.com for following them on Twitter but it is totally going to waste. I tried to find a video for my Sunday and Tuesday yoga sessions and both times were a complete fail. I look for a power vinyasa type of class and I can not find any good ones! I started a few videos and would get like 10 minutes in and then have to turn it off and switch to a Fiji video. The videos were all just to slow, not powerful, and just, well, boring. I have one week left and I feel bad wasting it, so if you have any suggestions let me know ASAP! But that is not to say I didn't have a great yoga session on Tuesday. And by great I mean I cried. Yoga is so powerful and makes you feel so many things. I have cried during many practices, but it always leaves me feeling cleansed by the end of the practice. I am thinking about doing a more in-depth post on this, but I thought I would mention it today as well.
So later today I am meeting with the NJ admissions adviser for Wofford College! I reached out to her myself after I sent out my application last week and she said she would actually be in Jersey this week and would love to meet me so we could talk. It should be good since I have not gotten a chance to visit the actual college (its in South Carolina).
One last thing! I am extending my ENERGYbits Giveaway to Monday! I have not gotten many entries so if you enter you have a pretty high chance of winning!
So tell me:
+ What are you up to today?
+ Veggies for breakfast? Pumpkin counts right? 😉
+ Have you ever cried during yoga?
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akansasfarmmom
I have never tried Quinoa Flakes, but now I may have to try them.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes you do!
Honest Mum
Gorgeous pot of loveliness!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Christine | Mid-Life Croissant
I did not know about quinoa flakes. Definitely need to check those out. This is such a great way to have more carrot cake and less sugar in my life!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are one of my favorite foods!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish
For breakfast? Yes please! Sounds so good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Andrea
2 minutes for a warm, healthy breakfast? That sounds like a great idea to me!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Everyone loves quick and easy!!
Miz Helen
YUM!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
twochicksandamom/Donna
Great recipe and your mention of crock pot salsa chicken made me hungry!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ha, well I hope you make these though!
sue
I love carrot cake but haven't added quinoa flakes I'll have to give it a try.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know you'll love it!
Kat - EatLoveLive
There's so many things I love about this recipe. It's main ingredient is carrots - love. It's healthy - love. It's cake and you can have it for breakfast - love. It can be done in the microwave - quadruple love. Thanks for sharing x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha! YES! All the best things in life, rolled into one 😉
Jennifer Abel
looks awesome.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Marilyn Lesniak
Pinned and shared.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Aw, thanks!
Jamie
That sounds amazing! I would have never thought to put those together...yum!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Honest Mum
Love this healthy dessert.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Actually now, it's a breakfast porridge.
SheilaG- Plum Doodles
Yum, I love carrot cake. I like quinoa but have never had quinoa flakes. This opens up another world of possibilities, thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes it does Sheila! Quinoa flakes are like no other!
Sina @ Vegan Heaven
What a great idea, Rebecca! I love carrot cake energy balls, but this is amazing as well! Can't wait to give it a try. Perfect for spring! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! A beautiful Spring morning!
Nutmeg Nanny
Carrot cake in any form is alright in my book!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Agreed! 'Tis the best!
Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar
Cool idea! I eat a fair amount of quinoa flakes, since I have a limited tolerance to oats. I also love ways of getting vegetables in for breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes!! I have to watch my oat intake as well and quinoa flakes are just perfect for that!
Howie Fox
Haaa, I have a friend who loooves carrot cake. I guess this recipe could be a cool twist for her 🙂
I like the idea!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Why do you find it strange?
shaheen
I often make a carrot cake muesli, I would so love to try this, looks gorgeous, but quinoa flakes are quite hard to find in Wales, but I will keep looking.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Good thing there's a thing called the internet and online shopping.
alisha
Wow looks amazing and mouth watering. Love your blog girl.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Gin
I'm glad you had a great yoga session this week! That's cool news about Wofford too. I love the idea of carrot cake porridge for breakfast, what a cheery flavor to start the morning with!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gin, no, haha! This post is from 2013!
Mel@avirtualvegan.com
I use quinoa flakes a lot for breakfast but have never had carrot cake flavour. It sounds delicious and so healthy. What a great start to the day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well just the breakfast to fit the season 😉
Kathy Hester
I've never had quinoa flakes before, but this loks like an amazing breakfast. I'm off to Amazon to order some to try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You won't be sorry!
Taylor
This looks so tasty! I have been trying to make myself like quinoa and maybe this will help!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Everyone loves quinoa FLAKES!
apsara
Hello Rebecca! Your recipe caught my eye since I am gluten intolerant and am always looking for GF, vegan recipes. Awesome idea to use quinoa flakes. Trying this out soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You will love quinoa flakes if you've never had them!
Erica
What a great way to get some vegetables in!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally!
Natalie Freed
What what what?! What a yummy idea! I have never tried the quinoa flakes. Looks like they need to make an appearance in my life. Like NOW!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes they do!!! They are one of my favorite breakfasts!
Renée ♥ The Good Hearted Woman
I am always looking for new ideas to liven up our breakfast table, and this is just great! Thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This will definitely bring smiles! Thanks Renée!
Audrey
I can have carrot cake for breakfast? Count me in!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ah yes!
Marla
Hi Rebecca,
I always loved carrot cake & this sounds like a wonderful healthy alternative to carrot cake with gluten. Pinned & tweeted!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
All carrot cake is always amazing!
Valerie
Yum!!! I'm always looking for new ideas for breakfast! Looking forward to trying it out!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you! Enjoy!
Jenn
I have never tried quinoa flakes, but now I want to. I love carrot cake in any form. This looks so good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's the best!!!! Please buy some 😉
Vicki Montague - The Free From Fairy
Yum! Great minds think alike...I have a carrot cake oatmeal recipe. The carrot is so naturally sweet that it is perfect in something like this isn't it? I must get some quinoa flakes and try yours out.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! That's one thing I love about carrots! Sweet and perfect for baked goods!
Farrah
I love carrot cake, and this porridge looks amazing! Gotta love recipes that take less than 2 minutes to prepare! ;P
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Mmmmhm and lead to amazing results!
Adriana Martin
Yummy love carrot cake but this one is definitely a better option thanks for sharing =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally! Thanks Adriana!
Michelle L
Hi, Rebecca! Oh, that looks yum! what a great idea to flip breakfast on its head like that. Thanks for posting your creation!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Sophia @Veggies dont bite
Oh man, I tried quinoa flakes once and it was a totally failure. But I probably did them wrong, because they sounded and looked so good on the box! I'm, going to have to give them another try because this sounds delish! Carrot cake is my thing. LOVE it! I'm working on an actual carrot cake recipe right now in fact, for the little guys 1st bday!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You definitely did them wrong! Haha! They are the easiest thing to microwave (more so than quick oats!) And carrot cake for birthday cake is THE BEST! That's all I ever want!
Bethany
This looks so delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Linda @ Veganosity
Carrot cake is all the rage right now. It must be getting close to Easter. 😉 This sounds like the perfect breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Mmmm, you know it!
Sarah
You had me at 'cake for breakfast'! this sounds amazing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Sarah!!
Trish
You had me at "carrot." I am a huge fan of all things carrot! This looks delicious. I just pinned the recipe as a reminder to try it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O good! I hope you do!
Minh
Just getting into the whole quinoa craze and I haven’t heard of quinoa flakes so I will have to check it out.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I take these over the whole seed any day!
Amy @ Happy Healthy RD
I love veggies for breakfast but sometimes it's hard to think of anything beyond green smoothies...love this idea for using carrots.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A little orange to brighten your day!
Michelle
Hmmm, I have a lot of frozen, shredded carrots from last summer's garden...now I have a new way to use them up! thanks for sharing
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O, that's great!
smiling notes
Looks awesome!! xoxo
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Amberjane
Never tried Quinoa flakes must give them a try
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You should!
Crystal
Found your post on the Pinning Party Link up and just pinned this! Looks yummy!
Check out the pin here: http://www.pinterest.com/cmalexander9/
Looking forward to trying this!
http://livewithcrystal.blogspot.com/
strengthandsunshine
Thanks for pinning Crystal! Let me know if you give it a try 🙂
Amy @ The Little Honey Bee
I can't get the consistency of the quinoa flakes "just right" so I am going to try to follow this to a "T".
ps. I hate the word moist too haha
strengthandsunshine
Depending on how "thick" (hate this word too!) you want you flakes, you made need to add a bit more water after you take the flakes out of the microwave. Sometimes I do, but I usually like mine pretty thick.
Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves
I've never tried quinoa flakes before! And pumpkin is probably one of the only vegetables I'll have in my breakfast since I tend to eat only sweet breakfasts.
strengthandsunshine
Give Quinoa Flakes a try! They are the best thing for breakfast!