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Healthy Rice Pudding

Decadent Healthy Rice Pudding – A Creamy Vegan Delight

This Healthy Rice Pudding is a comforting and nutritious dessert that is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 2 cups plant-based milk Coconut or almond milk recommended.
  • 0.25 cups maple syrup Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Nutmeg can be used instead.
  • 2 cups cooked rice Using leftover rice saves time.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances the sweetness.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Omit if preferred.
  • 0.25 cups raisins Can be left out for a smoother pudding.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 cups of plant-based milk, ¼ cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture gently, stirring frequently until heated through without boiling.
  3. Stir in 2 cups of cooked rice and reduce the heat to low, mixing continuously.
  4. Cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.
  5. Stir in optional add-ins like the zest of 1 lemon and ¼ cup of raisins, adjusting sweetness with more maple syrup if necessary.
  6. Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator, garnishing with cinnamon, nuts, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use leftover rice for quicker preparation. Consider blending part of the pudding for a smoother texture.

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