Cinnamon-Almond Rice Pudding

Author: AP/Almond Board of California
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Ingredients

3/4 cup cooked rice, preferably basmati or jasmine
3/4 cup almond milk
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon honey

Combine rice, almond milk and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Turn heat to medium and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 4 to 5 minutes, until milk is thickened and rice is a bit creamy. Serve in a bowl, topped with almonds and drizzle with honey. Makes 1 serving.


Directions

Microwave instructions: Combine rice, milk and cinnamon in a microwave-safe serving bowl. Cook on full power for 1 minute, then stir and cook 1 to 2 more minutes, until milk is thickened and rice is a bit creamy. Top with almonds and drizzle with honey.

Nutrition information per serving: 424 cal., 0 mg chol., 49 g carbo., 7 g fiber, 15 g pro., 20 g fat (1.7 g saturated), 24 mg sodium.