Turn leftover rice into tantalizing desserts: Here's how
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We all end up throwing leftover rice to trash but what if it could be turned into delicious desserts?
Yes, with some basic ingredients and a little imagination, you can make this staple food into delicious sweet dishes which are sure to fill your tummy and save some bucks too.
Here are a few ways to turn leftover rice into delicious desserts.
Rice pudding
Creamy rice pudding delight
Rice pudding is a classic dessert that is the best way to use leftover rice.
Just simmer cooked rice in some milk, sugar, and a hint of vanilla or cinnamon, and you have a creamy treat that's perfect for any occasion.
You can even add raisins or nuts for added texture.
This dessert is not just easy to prepare but even lets you adjust sweetness levels.
Coconut balls
Sweet coconut rice balls
Transform leftover rice into sweet coconut balls by mixing it with grated coconut and condensed milk.
Shape the mixture into small balls and roll them in desiccated coconut for an added layer of flavor.
These bite-sized treats are ideal for snacking or serving at gatherings. They require minimal ingredients and effort, while delivering maximum taste satisfaction.
Fruit fritters
Fruity rice fritters
Fruity rice fritters give a unique twist to traditional fritters by adding mashed bananas or applesauce with leftover rice.
Combine some flour, sugar, and baking powder into the mix and fry spoonfuls until golden brown.
These fritters are crispy on the outside yet soft inside—an amazing combination that goes well with drizzled honey or maple syrup on top.
Chocolate bars
Chocolate rice bars
For all the chocolate lovers out there, turning leftover rice into chocolate bars is an exciting option.
Melt chocolate chips over low heat before stirring in the cooked rice, along with some chopped nuts if you want.
Then spread onto parchment paper-lined trays until set. Firm enough to cut squares out later, once cooled completely down again after refrigeration time has passed sufficiently long.