Homemade Chocolate Rice Pudding
A rich and comforting homemade chocolate rice pudding recipe made with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for cozy nights or special occasions.
Print Pin Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Cost: $6
Equipment
- 1 Heavy-bottomed saucepan To prevent scorching and ensure even cooking
- 1 Wooden spoon or silicone spatula Best for stirring rice without damaging cookware
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons For accurate proportions
- 1 Fine-mesh sieve Optional, for sifting cocoa powder
- 1 Heatproof bowls For serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice For extra creaminess
- 4 cups Whole milk Or coconut/almond/oat milk for dairy-free
- ½ cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste
- ⅓ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Deep chocolate flavor
- ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances chocolate flavor
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Adds warmth and aroma
- ¼ cup Heavy cream For richness
- ½ cup Chocolate chips Creates pockets of melted chocolate
- 1 Cinnamon stick Optional, for a hint of spice
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients. Sift cocoa powder if necessary.
- In a saucepan, combine rice, milk, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring often, until rice is tender.
- Remove cinnamon stick. Stir in sugar, salt, cocoa powder until smooth.
- Stir in chocolate chips until melted and uniform.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm or refrigerate until chilled.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 180g | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 2.2mg