Wild Berry Rice for Rice Cooker
Transform your everyday rice into a luscious, fruit-forward masterpiece with this Wild Berry Rice for the Rice Cooker! Bursting with the natural sweetness of mixed wild berries like blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries, this recipe combines the creamy richness of optional coconut milk, a hint of warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for a perfectly balanced dish. The ease of using a rice cooker makes this recipe foolproof and quick, with only 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of hands-off cooking time. Garnish with crunchy nuts, seeds, or fresh mint for a delightful finishing touch. Whether served as a show-stopping side dish, a hearty breakfast, or a cozy dessert, this vibrant recipe is as nutritious as it is versatile, offering a delightful twist on traditional rice that will captivate your taste buds. Perfect for those searching for easy rice cooker recipes, berry-infused dishes, or unique ways to use jasmine rice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White or Jasmine rice
- 1 cup Wild berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or a mix)
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (optional for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, pecans, or sunflower seeds, optional for garnish)
- 3 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
Add the rinsed rice into the rice cooker bowl.
Add 1 cup of water and 0.5 cup of coconut milk (if using) to the rice cooker.
Gently stir in 1 cup of wild berries, 2 tablespoons of honey, 0.25 teaspoon of cinnamon, 0.125 teaspoon of nutmeg, 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 pinch of salt.
Close the rice cooker lid and start the cooking cycle for regular or white rice (depending on your machine).
Once the rice cooker finishes and switches to the 'Keep Warm' setting, let the rice sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the berries to soften further.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, being careful not to mash the berries.
Serve warm. Optionally, garnish each portion with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or seeds and a fresh mint leaf for additional texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.3 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*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.
