When you need a little sumpin’ sumpin’ that’s all cozy sweet, then a nice little serving of this Chocolate Cinnamon Rice Pudding will definitely satisfy!

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I believe that enjoying a comforting treat doesn’t have to be loaded down with the heavy, unhealthy stuff and can still fit into our quest for a healthier lifestyle. Case in point, Chocolate Cinammon Rice Pudding, it’s lower in calories but smack full of flavor. A win-win in my book.

For this version, I do not use any eggs, something I find you don’t need to use anyway. When you allow the rice pudding to cool, it will thicken naturally. You can use a short grain rice if you prefer, but I find that Jasmine or a Basmati rice gives it a gorgeous flavor that lends itself to the richness of the chocolate and a little mystique to boot.

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It doesn’t take much, just a small serving is all you need to be satisfied. I’ve incorporated chocolate with cinnamon for that slight Mexican hot chocolate inspired twist, add a few toasted almonds and you have a lovely dessert fit for any grown up. Oh and of course, not to worry, kids love it too. 😉

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If you really want to kick it up a notch, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or for the complete grown up version, add a splash of rum or whisky.

Make it your own and enjoy!

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Chocolate Cinnamon Rice Pudding

Little Figgy Food
A rich and gorgeous Chocolate Cinnamon Rice Pudding. Perfect for all ages!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 - 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Milk 2% works well
  • ½ cup Jasmine or Basmati uncooked rice I used Jasmine (can use a short-grain rice, Arborio, if preferred)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbls unsweetened Cocoa Powder I prefer the dark cocoa variety
  • ½ cup Sugar
  • Slivered Almonds toasted for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, add all the ingredients except the toasted Almonds. Stir to mix well.
  • Bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer (uncovered) for 30 - 40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking on bottom of pan.
  • Serve warm or cold, garnish with slivered, toasted Almonds if desired.
  • When storing, cover with plastic wrap touching the service, this is to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Will keep up to 3 days, covered and stored in refrigerator.

Enjoy.

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