Healthier Creamy Rice Pudding

Healthier Creamy Rice Pudding

Make this healthy version of rice pudding for a delicious and nutritious dessert. The key to making Erica’s mom’s recipe for rice pudding healthier is using brown rice instead of white.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ¾ cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 cups low-fat milk, divided
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2/3 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1
Combine water and rice over high heat in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.

Step 2
Combine cooked rice, 1 1/2 cups milk, sugar, and salt in a clean saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thick and creamy, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 3
Stir in remaining 1/2 cup milk, beaten egg, and raisins. Cook 2 minutes more, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Serve warm.

Editor’s Notes:

This recipe may also be made using sugar-like sweeteners (such as Splenda) instead of sugar. Use 1/3 the amount. This is an easy way to enjoy this great creamy recipe while cutting down on sugar and calories.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

363
Calories
6g
Fat
69g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 363
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 8%
Saturated Fat3g 16%
Cholesterol59mg 20%
Sodium252mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate69g 25%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars33g
Protein9g
Vitamin C2mg 8%
Calcium188mg 14%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium491mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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