Rocky Road Rice Pudding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with Rocky Road Rice Pudding, a decadent twist on a classic favorite! This recipe pairs the creamy, velvety texture of slow-simmered short-grain rice with the rich flavors of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate, creating a chocolatey base that’s impossible to resist. Topped with gooey mini marshmallows and crunchy chopped almonds or pecans, each bite delivers the iconic rocky road experience in a cozy, pudding form. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy dessert is perfect warm or chilled, making it a deliciously versatile treat for any occasion. Whether you're entertaining or satisfying your own sweet cravings, Rocky Road Rice Pudding takes chocolate desserts to a whole new level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup chopped almonds or pecans
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for about 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a pudding-like consistency.
Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips until fully melted and incorporated, creating a rich chocolate base.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Fold in the mini marshmallows and chopped almonds or pecans, reserving a small handful of both for garnish (if desired).
Spoon the rice pudding into serving dishes and allow it to cool slightly. It can be served warm or chilled, based on preference.
Garnish each serving with additional mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and a sprinkle of cocoa powder, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 470 mg | 10% | |
*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.
