Breakfast Rice
Transform your morning routine with a warm, comforting bowl of Breakfast Rice — a delightful twist on traditional porridge that’s perfect for cozy mornings. This quick and easy recipe combines fluffy cooked white or brown rice with creamy milk, a touch of maple syrup or honey, and aromatic cinnamon for a hint of warmth. Simmered to perfection, this dish achieves a luscious, pudding-like texture in just 10 minutes. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings, from fresh berries and banana slices to crunchy nuts and chia seeds, making it as wholesome or indulgent as you like. Whether you're seeking a gluten-free breakfast idea, a creative way to use leftover rice, or a nourishing start to your day, Breakfast Rice is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup whole milk (or plant-based milk of choice)
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- 0.5 cup fresh or dried fruit (e.g., berries, banana slices, raisins, or chopped apples)
- 0.25 cup nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or chia seeds, optional)
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked rice, milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
Stir in the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. If using butter, stir it in at this stage for extra richness.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or cinnamon to your liking.
Divide the breakfast rice into serving bowls. Top with fresh or dried fruit and your choice of nuts or seeds.
Serve warm and enjoy a comforting bowl of breakfast rice to start your day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 942 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
