Kasha Breakfast Pudding
Start your morning with a warm and hearty bowl of Kasha Breakfast Pudding, a creamy, lightly sweetened dish made with nutrient-packed buckwheat groats. This wholesome breakfast combines the nutty, earthy flavor of kasha with the comforting sweetness of maple syrup or honey, while a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg adds cozy, aromatic depth. The addition of dried fruits and chopped nuts provides delightful bursts of texture and natural sweetness in every bite. Easily customizable with your choice of fresh fruit or a drizzle of syrup on top, this gluten-free and versatile recipe can also be made dairy-free to suit your dietary preferences. Ready in under 30 minutes, Kasha Breakfast Pudding is the perfect way to fuel your day with its combination of healthy ingredients and irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup buckwheat groats (kasha)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dried fruits (e.g., raisins, chopped apricots)
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil (optional)
- fresh fruit or additional syrup (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the buckwheat groats under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the buckwheat groats and a pinch of salt, then lower the heat to medium-low. Cover the saucepan and simmer for 10 minutes, or until most of the water is absorbed.
Stir in the milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and an additional pinch of salt. Let the mixture simmer gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes, or until the pudding becomes thick and creamy.
Add the dried fruits and butter or coconut oil (if using), stirring them into the pudding until evenly incorporated. Cook for 2 more minutes to soften the dried fruits.
Turn off the heat and let the pudding sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Spoon the kasha breakfast pudding into bowls and top with chopped nuts, fresh fruit, and additional syrup if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 844 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 838 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2464 mg | 52% | |
*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.
