Creamy Healthy Rice Pudding You’ll Crave Again and Again
Enjoy a delightful and wholesome dessert with this Healthy Rice Pudding, combining creamy plant-based milk and a touch of maple syrup.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Equipment
- medium saucepan
Ingredients
For the Creamy Base
- 2 cups Plant-based milk Use almond or oat milk for flavor
- ½ cup Plant-based cream Coconut cream adds richness
- ¼ cup Maple syrup Natural sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For aroma
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth
- ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Rice
- 3 cups Cooked rice Pre-cooked for best results
Optional Additions
- Lemon zest For brightness
- Raisins For a chewy contrast
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Rice Pudding
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 cups of plant-based milk, ½ cup of plant-based cream, ¼ cup of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Place over medium heat, stirring gently until warm but not boiling.
- Once the base is warm, add in 3 cups of cooked rice, stirring well to combine. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir frequently.
- Allow the rice pudding to gently simmer for about 10–12 minutes, stirring regularly until thick and creamy.
- Stir in optional ingredients such as lemon zest and raisins, and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup if needed.
- Serve warm or let it cool slightly before refrigerating. Garnish if desired.
Notes
This healthy rice pudding can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 5mg