Apple Cranberry Sweet Rice

Elevate your dessert game with this warm and comforting Apple Cranberry Sweet Rice, a delightful twist on a traditional rice dish! Infused with the natural sweetness of diced apples, plump dried cranberries, and a rich hint of honey, this recipe is a perfect balance of creamy textures and fruity flavors. Enhanced with cinnamon and vanilla for a cozy autumnal aroma, the dish is cooked to perfection in a blend of milk and butter, resulting in a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s an ideal dessert or snack for chilly evenings. Serve it warm with an optional drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a touch of elegance. Perfect for fans of rice pudding and comfort-food lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup milk
• 1 medium, diced apple
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt. Stir, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, in a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat. Do not let it boil.

Step 4

Once the rice is cooked, add the warmed milk to the pot and stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Add the diced apple, dried cranberries, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and butter to the rice mixture. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Cook the mixture over low heat, uncovered, for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and the dish thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon levels if necessary.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the Apple Cranberry Sweet Rice cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm, optionally garnished with a dusting of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1151.3 grams (1151.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793

Total Fat 17.40g	22%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 55mg	18%
Sodium 799mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 140.00g	51%
Dietary Fiber 10.70g	38%
Total Sugars 81.80g
Protein 13.00g	26%

Vitamin D 110IU	548%
Calcium 394mg	30%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 684mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.4%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 72.9%