Description
Creamy Farro Breakfast Pudding with dates and cardamom whispers Mediterranean morning magic. Warm grains, sweet dates, and exotic spices invite you to savor a nourishing start that celebrates wholesome comfort and global culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 g or 7 ounces) pearled farro
- 3 cups (720 ml or 24 fluid ounces) milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based milk)
- ½ cup (120 ml or 4 fluid ounces) water
Spices and Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
Sweet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (40 g or 1.4 ounces) chopped dates
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (optional):
- Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, or walnuts)
- Additional chopped dates or fresh fruit (like bananas or berries)
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Purify the farro grains under chilled running water to remove any debris or impurities.
- Transfer the cleaned farro into a medium saucepan, combining it with milk, water, ground cardamom, cinnamon, and a delicate pinch of salt.
- Elevate the mixture to a gentle boil over medium temperature, then immediately reduce heat to a low simmer.
- Allow the grains to cook uncovered, stirring intermittently, until the farro transforms into a tender texture and most liquid has been absorbed.
- Introduce the remaining milk, carefully chopped dates, natural sweetener, and vanilla essence into the simmering mixture.
- Continue cooking on low heat, stirring consistently to prevent scorching and ensure a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Monitor the pudding’s texture, adding a splash of milk if the mixture appears overly dense or thick.
- Once the dates have softened and the pudding reaches a rich, velvety state, remove from heat.
- Ladle the warm, aromatic pudding into serving vessels.
- Embellish with a selection of crushed nuts, additional date pieces, seasonal fruits, or a delicate drizzle of sweet syrup to enhance the breakfast experience.
Notes
- Opt for whole grain farro to maximize nutritional benefits and maintain a hearty, nutty texture.
- Soak farro overnight to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility, ensuring a smoother, faster preparation.
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting honey or maple syrup based on personal preference or dietary needs.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like almond, oat, or coconut milk to create dairy-free or vegan variations of this comforting breakfast pudding.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg