CREAMY CHOCOLATE RICE PUDDING

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While feeling bored one summer afternoon, I decided to create this scrumptious spin on traditional rice pudding. Now, my creative summer treat is a frequent request yearround. -Gregory Royster, North Lauderdale, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the milk, rice, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 40-45 minutes or until thick and creamy, stirring often. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , Place 1 cup chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Slowly stir into rice mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Stir in remaining chips. Spoon into dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.