Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding, a delightful twist on a classic dessert! This award-winning recipe (RSC Summer 2004 Contest entry) combines creamy brown rice with rich dark chocolate and juicy cherries for a symphony of flavors. Perfect for a special occasion or a comforting treat, this baked rice pudding is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 303.6 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups sweet cherries, divided (1 cup chopped, 1 cup reserved for garnish)
  • chocolate shavings, for garnish
  • whipped cream, for garnish

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How to Make Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder until completely smooth.
  3. Stir in 2 cups cooked brown rice until well combined.
  4. Roughly chop 1 cup fresh cherries and add them to the rice mixture.
  5. Reserve the remaining 1 cup of fresh cherries for garnish.
  6. Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish. Pour the rice mixture into the prepared dish.
  7. Place the baking dish into a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour boiling water into the roasting pan until it comes about halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
  8. Bake on the middle oven rack at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the pudding reaches your desired consistency. Cooking time may vary depending on the dryness of your rice.
  9. Remove from oven and roasting pan. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, spoon the pudding into 4-6 dessert cups or glasses.
  11. Garnish with whipped cream, reserved fresh cherries, and shaved chocolate.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

138g

Fat

7g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding?

Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding?

Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding has approximately 303.6 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding?

The key ingredients for Rich Chocolate Cherry Brown Rice Pudding are Cooked Brown Rice, Buttermilk, Egg, Honey, Unsweetened Cocoa, Sweet Cherries. See the full list with measurements above.

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