Is rice pudding healthy?

It can be healthy in moderation, especially with the addition of fruit and coconut.

What can I substitute for rice?

Quinoa or barley can be great alternatives for a different texture.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Dessert

A delightful dessert featuring creamy coconut-infused rice pudding combined with fresh mango. This sweet treat is comforting and aromatic.

Per 100 g

173 kcal

1 cup

432 kcal

(250 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3 g / 100g	32 g / 100g	5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 6% · Carbs 70% · Fat 24%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (250 g, 432 kcal) is 22% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 105 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Coconut Mango Rice Pudding is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 187 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Tropical Fruit Smoothie Bowl	80	2 g
Mango Lime Sorbet	120	0.5 g
Coconut Mango Rice Pudding	173	3 g
Mango Sticky Rice Balls	200	3 g
Caramel Apple Nachos	210	1 g
Raspberry-Lemon Muffins	325	4.5 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

7/10

While delicious, portion control is key to enjoying this dessert without hindering weight loss.

Is rice pudding healthy?: It can be healthy in moderation, especially with the addition of fruit and coconut.
What can I substitute for rice?: Quinoa or barley can be great alternatives for a different texture.
How do I store leftover rice pudding?: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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