CHOCOLATE RICE PUDDING BY THE SNEAKY CHEF MISSY CHASE LAPINE

By mamacasma

This decadent dessert is not only delicious, but also heart-healthy, so you can feel good about serving it to the kids (and yourself)!

Ingredients

• 1 box UNCLE BEN’S® Whole Grain White Long Grain
• 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, no syrup or sugar added
• 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp. water (extra tbsp. water may be used)
• 2 cups skim milk
• 2 cups evaporated skim milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 35mins
Cooking time 35mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare the UNCLE BEN’S® Whole Grain White Rice Long Grain as instructed on the box.
2. To make the Sneaky Chef Cherry Puree, combine the cherries, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of water in the food processor and puree on high until as smooth as possible. Stop occasionally to push the contents to the bottom. If necessary, use another tablespoon of water to smooth out the puree. (Makes about 2 cups of puree. Leftovers can be kept in refrigerator for up to three days, or frozen for up to three months.)
3. In a medium saucepan, combine skim milk, evaporated milk, 1/4 cup Cherry Puree, sugar, cinnamon, salt, cocoa powder and vanilla. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
4. Add cooked rice and reduce to a simmer.
5. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until thickened.
6. Pour into serving bowls and enjoy!