Chocolate Rice
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this rich and creamy Chocolate Rice recipe, a delightful twist on traditional rice pudding. Cooked to perfection with tender white rice simmered in milk, cocoa powder, and melted dark chocolate, this dish offers a luscious, chocolate-infused base that's lightly sweetened and enhanced by a hint of vanilla. With just a handful of pantry staples and simple steps, you can create a decadent yet approachable treat perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm for a cozy dessert or chilled for a refreshing sweet bite, and don't forget to garnish with whipped cream or chocolate shavings for a touch of elegance. Ideal for chocolate lovers and easy enough to whip up on a weeknight, this velvety Chocolate Rice is sure to satisfy your sweetest cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 ounces dark chocolate
- 0.333 cup sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- whipped cream (optional)
- chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming overly sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 1 cup of water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Let the rice cook for about 10 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
Add 2 cups of milk to the cooked rice and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer again over low to medium heat.
Stir in the cocoa powder, sugar, and dark chocolate pieces. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for about 15 minutes until the rice has absorbed most of the milk and the mixture is creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and butter, stirring well to incorporate them into the mixture.
Taste the Chocolate Rice and adjust the sweetness with more sugar if desired.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the Chocolate Rice to sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve the Chocolate Rice warm or chill it in the refrigerator for a cool dessert.
Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.7 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 733 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1693 mg | 36% | |
*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.
