
Chocolate Rice Pudding
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This chocolate rice pudding is one of my favorite desserts to make because it comes together in under an hour and tastes absolutely decadent. Rice is such an underrated ingredient, packed with B vitamins that support energy and metabolism, making this indulgence feel a bit more wholesome. What I love most is how simple it is to prepare with ingredients you probably already have at home, plus it's incredibly budget friendly. The combination of creamy rice, rich dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla creates something that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen when really you only invested about fifty five minutes. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of almonds and you've got a dessert that'll impress everyone at your table.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 grice
- 500 mlmilk
- 150 gdark chocolate
- 150 gsugar
- 5 gsalt
- 1egg yolk
- 20 gunsalted butter
- 30 gcocoa powder
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 100 galmonds
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture comes to a simmer.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low and cook, covered, for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chocolate until melted.
- 5
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the egg yolk until fully incorporated.
- 6
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
- 7
Whisk in the butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 8
Stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- 9
Let the pudding cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Tip: Optional: Garnish with sliced almonds before serving.
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