Farro Breakfast Pudding with Dates and Cardamom
This farro breakfast pudding is a warm and hearty way to start your day. With the earthy nuttiness of farro, the natural sweetness of dates, and the fragrant touch of cardamom, this dish is both comforting and nutritious. It’s a unique twist on traditional breakfast grains and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
- Total Time: 35–45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200 g) pearled farro
- 3 cups (720 ml) milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup (40 g) chopped dates
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For 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
- Cook the farro:
- Rinse the farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the farro, 2 cups of milk, 1/2 cup of water, cardamom, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the farro is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add the sweeteners and dates:
- Stir in the remaining 1 cup of milk, chopped dates, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 5–10 minutes on low heat, stirring frequently, until the pudding is creamy and the dates are softened.
- Adjust consistency:
- If the pudding is too thick, add a splash more milk to achieve your desired consistency.
- Serve:
- Spoon the warm pudding into bowls. Garnish with chopped nuts, additional dates, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of honey/maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- Make ahead: Cook the farro the night before and reheat with milk and sweeteners in the morning.
- Vegan option: Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk and sweeten with maple syrup.
- Variations: Add a handful of raisins or dried apricots for extra fruitiness, or a teaspoon of orange zest for brightness.