Indulge in Healthy Rice Pudding That's Creamy and Delightful
This Healthy Rice Pudding is a creamy, delightful dessert made with simple ingredients, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while being guilt-free.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
For the Base
- 3 cups cooked rice use any leftover rice
- 2 cups plant-based milk almond or oat recommended
- 1 cup coconut cream adds richness
- ¼ cup maple syrup or agave, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth
- ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
Optional Additions
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest for brightness
- ½ cup raisins substitute with dried cranberries if desired
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Rice Pudding
- In a medium saucepan, combine the plant-based milk, coconut cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together thoroughly until blended, and warm gently over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice once the mixture is warm and aromatic. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Continue to cook for an additional 10–12 minutes, stirring consistently until thick and creamy. Add more plant-based milk for a looser consistency if desired.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and raisins. Adjust sweetness with maple syrup as needed.
- Serve warm garnished with cinnamon or let cool to room temperature and refrigerate for later.
Notes
Stir frequently for the best creamy texture. Customize sweetness according to taste. Enjoy warm or chilled.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg
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