Everyday Foods Lightened Rice Pudding
Indulge in the comforting flavors of *Everyday Foods Lightened Rice Pudding*, a creamy yet guilt-free twist on a classic dessert. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples like cooked white rice, low-fat milk, and a touch of granulated sugar, making it both accessible and wholesome. Enhanced with warm cinnamon, fragrant vanilla, and an optional handful of plump raisins, this lightened-up rice pudding is the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. Requiring just 5 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat. Enjoy it warm for a soothing dessert or chilled for a refreshing, make-ahead snack, all with fewer calories but no compromise on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 3 cups Low-fat (2%) milk
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 0.25 cup Raisins (optional)
- as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Spray a medium-sized saucepan with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In the saucepan, combine cooked white rice, 2 1/2 cups of the low-fat milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture starts to thicken, about 10-12 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup low-fat milk and egg yolks until smooth.
Slowly add the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring constantly, for another 8-10 minutes, or until the rice pudding reaches a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and raisins, if using.
Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 1439 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.1 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.3 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 998 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1584 mg | 34% | |
*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.
