I think that anything caramel is a winner, but this arroz con leche AKA Mexican rice pudding is another level and just the perfect quick snack or dessert to make when you got no time and perfect not to share since this is single serving as well.
This is my iconic Caramel Gingerbread Crunch Rice Pudding, this is just a simple and epic combo that you need to make to satisfy that sweet tooth, in a delicious and healthy way... this is not your regular creamy and thick rice pudding... this is made with healthier ingredients while also being vegan friendly.
About this Caramel Gingerbread Crunch Rice Pudding:
This recipe overall is gluten-free, low sugar and vegan friendly as well. I used the gingerbread cinnamon toast crunch cereal to create some magic along with some sticky rice, cinnamon, RxSugar Caramel Swealthy Snax (MARIA20 for discount) and the almond milk.
These low-sugar and gluten-free Caramel Gingerbread Crunch Rice Pudding are perfect to make no matter the year. The recipe it's easy to make and extremely delicious! It's an unmissable recipe that everyone will love and will also nourish your body... sugar-free and vegan friendly.
Better for you rice pudding? Yes please, the perfect healthy twist for a good dessert! The key to have a sustainable healthy life is to preach balance and to also choose better ingredients when you are cooking or baking at home... the ingredients here are a some of the staples that I usually have in my own kitchen.
I am using as sweetened Rx Sugar alullose, a sugar replacement that doesn't cause glucose spikes and it's made from raisins, figs. It's also keto and paleo certified! (MARIA20 for discount)
This recipe is great for any tome of the season even though they fit perfectly your sweet cravings, the combination of ingredients create such an experience that your tastebuds and body will love. Simple, clean ingredients.
Overall, these are the ingredients needed for this Caramel Gingerbread Crunch Rice Pudding:
Unsweetened Almond Milk
Sticky Rice
Rx Sugar Alullose (MARIA20 for discount)
Vanilla Extract
Cinnamon Powder
Gingerbread Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal
For the boost of protein you can also add some Nuzest Vanilla Pea Protein (PURELYHL for discount), you can use your favorite flavor, but in baked goods this protein adds volume, amino acids and thickness... just a game changer! (I added 2 scoops in a second batch I made).
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The full instructions will be below along with the nutritional information per serving. This is just a super easy and flavorful recipe for you to enjoy and your body will love; source of fiber, nutrients and flavor!
Overall this recipe is:
Gluten-Free
Vegan Friendly
Low-Sugar
Meal Prep Friendly
Delicious!
The end result
The combination of these flavors is just amazing! And in some part it's also addicting, touch of the gingerbread cinnamon toast crunch cereal is KEY for this rice pudding, cinnamon is always a classic ingredient for Arroz con Leche, really gives that special flavor and extra creaminess. The flavor is just a whole new level, so playful and... gourmet.
Super creamy and comforting rice pudding AKA arroz con leche! The perfect quick dessert that doesn't requiere a long procedure; oven or stove... just one bowl and a microwave, seriously will be on repeat!
This is a great recipe that your family or friends will love! Easy to prepare and elegant and fun no matter the occasion, this recipe is made to enjoy in the most effortless and most delicious way ever, I mean... only simple and minimal ingredients in a healthy gluten-free and vegan friendly dessert with all the festive colors and flavors!
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With love,
María
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Caramel Gingerbread Crunch Rice Pudding
By María Fernanda López
Serves 1
Ingredients
Rice Pudding
1 cup of cooked sticky rice*
3/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup of crushed gingerbread cinnamon toast crunch cereal
1 tsp of cinnamon
1/4 cup of Rx Sugar alullose (MARIA20 for discount)
1 tsp of vanilla extract
Toppings
Method
Cook the rice, I used my instant pot (1 cup of rice + 2/3 cup of water for 12 minutes in high. Letting the steam loose naturally.)
Mix all the ingredients for the rice pudding in a bowl.
Microwave for 2 minutes. Stir well, and cook again for 1:30 minutes.
Add the toppings and enjoy!
*You can use Jasmine rice... or regular! But highly recommend using sticky rice.
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Nutritional Information (for whole recipe 410 kcal)
Fat: 9g Carbs: 84g
Sugar: 10g Fiber: 6g Protein: 9g
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