Sugar-Free Creamy Rice
Indulge in the velvety goodness of Sugar-Free Creamy Rice — a wholesome dessert or snack that's packed with flavor and free from added sugar. This heartwarming recipe combines the nutty richness of unsweetened almond milk with tender short-grain rice for a creamy base, subtly infused with vanilla and a warm hint of cinnamon. A touch of unsweetened apple sauce adds natural sweetness, while optional mix-ins like raisins and chopped nuts provide texture and depth. Top it off with fresh berries for a burst of color and antioxidants, making every spoonful as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfect for anyone craving a refined sugar-free treat, this easy-to-make dish can be served warm for cozy comfort or chilled for a refreshing delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Short-grain white rice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened apple sauce
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup Raisins (optional)
- 1 cup Fresh berries (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened almond milk, short-grain white rice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to help prevent the rice from clumping and ensure even cooking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsweetened apple sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more cinnamon if desired.
If using, stir in the chopped nuts and raisins at this stage to incorporate them into the creamy rice.
Let the creamy rice cool slightly. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled, topped with fresh berries if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 296 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 286 mg | 6% | |
*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.
