Apricot & Orange Rice Pudding
A comforting and aromatic dish, this pudding rice recipe is made with sweet, plump apricots and a hint of orange zest, creating a delightful blend of flavors. The creamy texture of the rice pairs perfectly with the crunchy toasted almonds, making it a satisfying dessert or even a cozy breakfast option. Enjoy this warm and nourishing treat straight from the microwave for a quick and easy indulgence.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 200g pudding rice
- 600ml skimmed milk
- big pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp clear honey , plus extra to serve
- 140g ready-to-eat dried apricots , roughly chopped
- zest and juice 1 orange
- 4 tbsp reduced-fat fromage frais
- handful toasted sliced almonds
Instructions
- Put the rice, milk and nutmeg into a large microwaveable bowl. Cover with cling film, pierce it, then cook on High for 5 mins. Stir and leave to stand for 1 min, then return to the microwave for a further 5-6 mins or until the rice is cooked and all the milk absorbed. Remove from the microwave and stand for a further 2 mins.
- Put the honey, apricots and orange juice into another microwaveable bowl and cook on High for 1 min until the apricots have plumped up. Stir the syrupy apricots, fromage frais and a pinch of orange zest into the rice. Serve straight away in bowls, topped with a sprinkling of almonds, a little more orange zest and a drizzle of honey to taste.
Cook Time
12M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 325 calories
- Fat Content: 4 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 62 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 24 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 3 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 13 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.2 milligram of sodium
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