This pear ginger rice porridge is the perfectly lightly sweet breakfast or treat. With whole grains, warming spices, and no added sugar, you can’t go wrong! Here are some things I love about this yummy pudding.
Gluten Free
Craving something warm and tasty but can’t have gluten? I’ve got you covered! Brown rice is the main ingredient in this pear ginger rice pudding.
No Added Sugar
If you’re watching your sugar but still have a sweet tooth, this porridge is for you! Sweetened naturally with banana and pear, you get the benefits of the vitamins, minerals, and fiber that come with whole fruit rather than syrups and sweeteners.
Want it a little on the sweeter side? Feel free to add a little honey or maple syrup for good measure. 😉
Tasty Breakfast or Healthy Treat!
This rice porridge makes a satisfying and tasty breakfast. Or if you want a sweet after-meal treat without tons of sugar, this is a great option!
Pear Ginger Rice Pudding (Gluten Free + No Added Sugar)
Description
This pear ginger rice porridge is the perfectly lightly sweet breakfast or treat. With whole grains, warming spices, and no added sugar, you can't go wrong!
porridge
Optional Toppings
Instructions
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mash banana
Mash a medium banana with a fork until the texture is smooth and creamy, like baby food.
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mix wet ingredients
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 1/2 cups milk, mashed banana, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
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boil liquid
Cover and turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Once liquid is boiling, add cooked rice.
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simmer rice covered
Turn heat to low and simmer with the lid on for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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simmer rice uncovered
Remove lid and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until rice is extra soft and liquid is quite thick, like a porridge. (This should take about 25 minutes total.) If liquid is looking low before rice reaches the desired consistency, add another 1/4 cup of milk and continue to cook.
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cut pear
While rice cooks, cut a pear and remove the core. Dice into small triangles.
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whisk egg
In a small bowl, whisk together egg and vanilla extract.
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add egg & pear
Once rice porridge has reached desired consistency, add in egg mixture and pear slices. Stir and cook on low heat for 1-2 minutes.
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cool & serve
Remove from heat and let cool. (Pudding will thicken further as it cools.) Top with chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or a drizzle of something sweet for an extra treat. Enjoy!
Note
*For dairy free option, use almond or soy milk. Or for a more decadent treat, use coconut milk.
**To increase the protein in this dish, add an extra egg. You could also use 2% dairy milk or unsweetened soy milk as opposed to almond milk.
