Description
This Vegan Rice Pudding is a creamy, comforting dessert that is both gluten and dairy free. Made with Arborio rice, coconut milk, and almond milk, it offers a rich texture with a natural sweetness and a warm hint of cinnamon. Perfect for serving warm or chilled, it's a delightful treat that's easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Arborio rice
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine Arborio rice, sugar, and salt. Add the coconut milk and almond milk, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Add Cinnamon: Tuck the cinnamon stick into the mixture to infuse warm, spicy flavor during cooking.
- Cook the Pudding: Cook the rice pudding over medium to medium-low heat for about 45 minutes, stirring nearly constantly to prevent sticking or burning and to release starch for thickening. The pudding should thicken and the rice become tender but not mushy. If the pudding absorbs too much liquid, add a splash of almond milk and stir in to maintain desired consistency.
- Finish the Pudding: Remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Stir in the vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness, salt, or vanilla as desired.
- Serve and Store: Serve the pudding warm or cold with your favorite toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Before chilling, stir in a little extra almond milk if the pudding has thickened excessively.
Notes
- Use Arborio rice for the creamiest texture due to its high starch content.
- Stirring nearly constantly helps prevent sticking and burning while releasing starch to thicken the pudding.
- Adjust sweetness and vanilla flavor at the end to your preference.
- Add a splash of milk if the pudding becomes too thick during cooking or setting.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers and stir before serving if thickened.
- Try toppings like toasted coconut flakes, fresh fruit, cinnamon sugar, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 283 kcal
- Sugar: 16.7 g
- Sodium: 163 mg
- Fat: 13.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 10.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37.3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
