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Healthy Rice Pudding

Deliciously Creamy Healthy Rice Pudding for Comforting Moments

This Healthy Rice Pudding is a comforting and nutritious dessert made with plant-based ingredients and packed with natural sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding Base
  • 2 cups Plant-Based Milk Coconut milk or oat milk recommended
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Use leftover rice for quick prep
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Agave Natural sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Brightens flavor
  • 1/2 cup Raisins Adds natural sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder For chocolate variation
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Chocolate Chips Rich chocolate flavor
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Purée For fall flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Spice Cozy addition
  • 1/2 cup Diced Mango Tropical twist
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut Adds texture
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Extract For coconut flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom Warm spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves Spicy flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger A warming spice

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine plant-based milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until blended. Heat over medium until just below boiling.
  2. Stir in the cooked rice, reduce heat to low, and mix thoroughly to create creaminess.
  3. Simmer gently for about 10-12 minutes, stirring regularly until it thickens and becomes creamy.
  4. Add optional add-ins like lemon zest and raisins, mixing gently. Adjust sweetness as needed.
  5. Remove from heat. Serve warm or chill for a refreshing dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use leftover rice to minimize waste. Experiment with various plant-based milks for texture and flavor. Adjust sweetness to your preference.

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