Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/15 checked
12
servings
1.5 cup

Water

0.75 cup

Quinoa

rinsed

1.5 cup

Old Fashioned Oats

0.5 cup

Sunflower Seeds

0.5 cup

Pistachios

chopped

0.75 cup

Dried Mango

chopped

0.5 cup

Crystallized Ginger

chopped

0.25 cup

Raw Organic Sugar

0.5 tsp

Sea Salt

0.5 tsp

Dried Ginger Powder

0.25 cup

Maple Syrup

1 tbsp

Canola Oil

1.5 tsp

Vanilla

3 unit

Egg Whites

beaten

1 unit

Vegetable Cooking Spray

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 3
~4 min

Add 3/4 cup of rinsed quinoa to the boiling water.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover the saucepan and reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook quinoa for 12 minutes, then drain.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread the slightly undercooked quinoa on a rimmed baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~4 min

Bake the quinoa for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8
~4 min

Add 1 1/2 cups of old fashioned oats to the baking sheet with the quinoa.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~4 min

Continue baking for 15 more minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 11
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the toasted quinoa mixture with 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup chopped pistachios, 3/4 cup chopped dried mango, 1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger, 1/4 cup raw organic sugar, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger powder.

Step 12
~4 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, and 3 beaten egg whites.

Step 13
~4 min

Pour the wet ingredients over the quinoa mixture and stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 14
~4 min

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with vegetable cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~4 min

Drop 1/4 cup portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each cluster to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~4 min

Bake for 25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~4 min

Allow the toasted quinoa clusters to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 18
~4 min

Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other dried fruits like cranberries or raisins.

Adjust the amount of ginger to your spice preference.

For a vegan version, use flax egg instead of egg whites.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored for several days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack or breakfast.

Enjoy with milk or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Global

Cultural Significance

Healthy snacking trend

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack Time

Popularity Score

75/100

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