Frosted Farro Breakfast Dish (Printable)

Tender farro with creamy sweet topping and crunchy nuts for a balanced morning or dessert dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup uncooked farro
02 - 3 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Frosted Topping

04 - 1/2 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

→ Garnishes

09 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted nuts (pecans or walnuts)
10 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
11 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

# How-To Steps:

01 - Thoroughly rinse the farro under cold running water to remove any impurities.
02 - Combine farro, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until farro is tender and most liquid is absorbed. Drain excess water if needed.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk milk, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
05 - Divide cooked farro into bowls, drizzle with frosted topping.
06 - Sprinkle toasted nuts and dried fruit on top, then finish with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It has this secret creamy topping that turns a simple grain into a breakfast delight
  • The nutty texture of farro paired with a hint of cinnamon is unexpectedly comforting
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the farro—it's what keeps it from getting gummy
  • Let the cream cheese soften fully before whisking with milk; it makes the frosting truly silky
03 -
  • If the topping feels too thick after sitting, whisk in a little more milk to revive the texture
  • Using pearl farro cuts down cooking time without losing that chewy bite

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