Brown Rice Pudding
A creamy, comforting brown rice pudding infused with vanilla and orange peel, layered with fresh raspberries, perfect for a refreshing dessert or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat cooked brown rice, milk, and sugar until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot, but not boiling.
- Remove from heat. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture with the eggs.
- Slowly stir the egg mixture back into the hot milk mixture.
- Cook over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes until the custard is just thickened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and grated orange peel if using.
- Cover and chill for 1 hour until thickened.
- Serve in 6 parfait or tall glasses, layering alternating layers of raspberries and pudding.
- Garnish with nutmeg, mint sprigs, and whipped cream as desired.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier texture, consider using whole milk or a combination of milk and cream. If you want a lower sugar option, you can substitute honey or maple syrup for the sugar. Fresh fruit like blueberries or sliced bananas could be used instead of raspberries, or you can use a mix to create your own unique flavor. This recipe is perfect as a comforting dessert or breakfast treat.
Serving Suggestions
This brown rice pudding is delightful served chilled or warm, with whipped cream and fresh mint sprigs on top for a beautiful presentation. It pairs beautifully with the Heaven'S Delight Cake for a delicious dessert duo. Consider serving it alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting after-dinner treat.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm in the microwave in short increments, stirring in between, until heated through. If the pudding thickens too much after refrigeration, you can stir in a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Brown Rice Pudding contains roughly 620 calories, with 6g protein, 73g carbohydrates, and 15g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (51% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (39% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and protein. It also contributes 11g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare this pudding in advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare the pudding a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Just be sure to let it chill for at least one hour before serving, and layer with raspberries just before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).