Description

This Farro Breakfast Pudding with Dates and Cardamom is a warm, creamy, and comforting dish that combines nutty farro with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates and aromatic spices like cardamom and cinnamon. Perfect for a wholesome and nutritious start to your day, this pudding is enhanced with maple syrup, vanilla, and topped with crunchy toasted almonds and optional chia seeds for extra texture and nutrients.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup pearled farro, rinsed
3 cups whole milk
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup chopped Medjool dates
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Toppings

1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed farro, whole milk, water, and salt to begin the cooking process that will form the base of the pudding.
Simmer the Farro: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir occasionally until the farro becomes tender and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
Add Spices and Sweeteners: Stir in ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, chopped Medjool dates, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and unsalted butter. Continue to cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the dates soften and the pudding thickens further.
Rest the Pudding: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the pudding sit for 5 minutes to thicken and develop its full flavor.
Serve and Garnish: Spoon the warm pudding into bowls and top with chopped toasted almonds and, if desired, sprinkle with chia seeds before serving.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond milk or coconut milk.
Add a splash of extra milk when reheating leftovers to loosen the pudding if it thickens too much.
Fresh fruit toppings such as sliced bananas or berries pair wonderfully with this pudding for added freshness and flavor.