Description
Creamy farro breakfast pudding dances with sweet dates and aromatic cardamom, creating a Mediterranean-inspired morning delight. Warm, nourishing grains blend seamlessly with spices, offering you a luxurious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup farro, rinsed
- 2 1/2 cups almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup water
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup chopped dates
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Garnish (Optional):
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds or pistachios
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine farro, almond milk, water, dates, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Heat the mixture over medium flame until it reaches a rolling boil, then immediately reduce temperature to low, maintaining a gentle simmer.
- Cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking, until farro becomes tender and liquid transforms into a creamy, pudding-like texture.
- Incorporate maple syrup or honey, carefully adjusting sweetness to personal preference by tasting.
- Remove from heat and allow pudding to rest for 5 minutes, which will help it develop a more substantial consistency.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with a selection of chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or an additional drizzle of maple syrup for enhanced flavor and texture.
Notes
- Toast farro lightly before cooking to enhance its nutty flavor and add depth to the breakfast pudding.
- Experiment with different milk alternatives like oat or coconut milk for varied taste profiles and dietary needs.
- Use less liquid for a thicker consistency or more for a softer pudding texture, adjusting to personal preference.
- Replace maple syrup with agave nectar or date syrup for alternative sweetening options that complement the dish’s natural flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg