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Tropical Rice Pudding with Dragon Fruit

Tropical Rice Pudding with Dragon Fruit Blissfully Creamy

Indulge in this Tropical Rice Pudding with Dragon Fruit, a creamy and nutritious dessert perfect for warm summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 cup short or medium grain rice Choose for creamier texture.
  • 2 cups coconut milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla bean can be used for extra richness.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 1 ripe dragon fruit Fresh adds sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut Toasted for additional flavor.
  • a few mint leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • spoon
  • Plastic wrap
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with coconut milk and salt in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until tender.
  2. Stir in sugar and vanilla extract, simmer for an additional 5 minutes until thickened, then cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Cut dragon fruit in half and scoop out the flesh, chop into cubes. Mix some into the pudding.
  4. Fold the chopped dragon fruit into the pudding, transfer to bowls, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  5. Top each serving with additional dragon fruit cubes, chia seeds, shredded coconut, and mint leaves.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

This pudding can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep toppings separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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