Creamy Cardamom Rice Pudding Vegan
Indulge in the comforting embrace of this *Creamy Cardamom Rice Pudding (Vegan)*, a luxurious plant-based dessert infused with the warm, exotic aroma of green cardamom. Made with creamy coconut milk and almond milk, this rice pudding achieves a velvety texture that’s perfectly balanced with natural sweetness from maple syrup. Arborio rice lends its signature creaminess, while hints of vanilla and optional garnishes like crushed pistachios, raisins, and a sprinkle of cinnamon elevate each spoonful to a new level of decadence. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an easy yet elegant dessert to serve warm or chilled, offering a modern vegan twist on a timeless classic. Perfect for cozy nights or dinner parties, this dairy-free rice pudding will delight your taste buds and impress your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice (or any short-grain rice)
- 2 cups Coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 4 pods Green cardamom pods, cracked
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Crushed pistachios (optional for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, cracked cardamom pods, and rinsed rice. Stir well.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the milk from scorching.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened. If the mixture becomes too thick, add an extra splash of almond milk to achieve your desired consistency.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the cardamom pods and stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and raisins (if using). Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the pudding to cool slightly. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon and crushed pistachios, if desired.
Enjoy your creamy vegan cardamom rice pudding!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 126.4 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.1 g | 515% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 431 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1048 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2138 mg | 45% | |
*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.
