Mom's Farina Breakfast Pudding

Start your day with comfort and nostalgia by savoring *Mom's Farina Breakfast Pudding*, a classic, creamy recipe that's both hearty and heartwarming. Made with simple pantry staples like farina, whole milk, and a hint of vanilla, this quick-cooking pudding combines a velvety texture with the cozy flavors of cinnamon and optional plump raisins. Perfect as a warm breakfast treat or brunch centerpiece, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes with minimal effort, making it ideal for busy mornings. Customize your bowl with toppings like fresh fruit, honey, or an extra sprinkle of cinnamon for a touch of sweetness and personalization. Whether you're revisiting childhood favorites or discovering farina for the first time, this satisfying breakfast pudding is a delicious way to start your day.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 cup Farina
4 cups Whole milk
3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
2 tablespoons Butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.5 cup Raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam but does not boil.

Step 2

Gradually sprinkle the Farina into the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.

Step 3

Add the sugar, salt, and butter to the saucepan. Continue to whisk the mixture for 6-8 minutes, or until it thickens to a creamy consistency.

Step 4

Once the pudding has thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and ground cinnamon. Add raisins if desired.

Step 5

Divide the Farina pudding into individual bowls for serving while warm.

Step 6

Optional: Top with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon, a drizzle of honey, or fresh fruit for added flavor.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1334.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1969.5

Total Fat 56.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 182.9mg	0%
Sodium 1132.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 314.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 136.6g
Protein 60.2g	0%

Vitamin D 433.9IU	0%
Calcium 1314.0mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 2325.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.4%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 62.6%