Brown Rice Pudding With Coconut Milk

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1
Delicious Brown Rice Pudding with Coconut Milk recipe
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr 20 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 cups aromatic brown rice , cooked ( brown jasmine or brown basmati , for example )
1/2 cup dried cranberries or 1/2 cup dried tart cherry
1/4 cup unbleached white sugar
1/4 cup unrefined unbleached cane sugar or 1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 can coconut milk ( regular or light )
1 1/3 cups milk ( soy milk or rice milk can be substituted )
1 egg ( or non-dairy egg substitute )
1 teaspoon almond extract
toasted slivered almonds ( optional ) or toasted sliced almonds ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
368
Sugar
30g
Fat
16g
Brown rice pudding with coconut milk is a twist on traditional rice pudding recipes. Made with brown rice, coconut milk, and dried cranberries, it has a nutty flavor and creamy texture that's perfect for dessert. This recipe is easy to make and is a healthier alternative to traditional rice pudding recipes, as it uses whole grain brown rice and no heavy cream or butter. It's also suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan, as it uses coconut milk instead of dairy milk. Enjoy this dessert warm or chilled, and sprinkle with toasted almonds for a crunchy finish.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Spread the cooked brown rice in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
3.Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the top of the rice.
4.In a 2-quart saucepan, whisk together the white sugar, cane sugar, and cardamom.
5.Add the coconut milk, milk, egg, and almond extract, whisking until well blended.
6.Pour the coconut milk mixture over the rice in the pie dish.
7.Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
8.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the pudding is set.
9.Serve warm or at room temperature, sprinkled with toasted almonds if desired.

PROS

This dessert is delicious and has a creamy texture.

It’s also easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

The use of brown rice makes it healthier than traditional rice pudding recipes.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories.

It’s also not suitable for those with nut allergies due to the use of almond extract.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of rice pudding.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Brown rice is a whole grain that’s high in fiber and can help regulate blood sugar levels.
The use of coconut milk instead of dairy milk makes this dessert suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan.
The addition of dried cranberries provides a source of antioxidants and adds a natural sweetness without the need for additional sugar.

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