Chocolate Black Rice Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 cup short grain black rice
- 3 cups unsweetened almond milk (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch Himalayan sea salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or rice malt syrup
- 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder
Optional toppings
- berries
- cacao nibs
- vegan dark chocolate chips
Preparation
In a medium pot, add the rice, almond milk, cinnamon, and sea salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.
Cook for about an hour or until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The cooking water will turn black.
Once the rice is tender, remove the pot from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and cacao powder.
If the pudding is too thick, thin it out with a little more almond milk.
Serve warm or allow to cool and refrigerate for later, and top with optional berries and cacao nibs or chocolate chips.
Tips
This pudding is FODMAP-friendly and easy to digest, making it suitable for kids.
Black rice provides antioxidants similar to those in blueberries or blackberries.
It can be served warm for dinner or chilled for breakfast to promote sleepiness.
An extra drizzle of maple syrup can enhance sweetness if desired.
