Place quinoa and 450ml water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender.

Drain and return quinoa to saucepan

Add milk, apples, sugar and cinnamon.

Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes.

Transfer mixture to a blender, add vanilla and puree until smooth.