Sugar-Free Champorado (Filipino Chocolate Rice Porridge)

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Sugar-Free Champorado, a healthier twist on the beloved Filipino chocolate rice porridge. This guilt-free version swaps traditional sugar with naturally sweet pitted dates, blended into a velvety paste for a hint of wholesome sweetness. Made with glutinous rice, unsweetened cacao powder, and creamy low-fat coconut milk, this recipe delivers the same luscious chocolatey warmth while staying refined sugar-free. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this dish combines the nostalgia of a Filipino comfort food classic with modern nutritional mindfulness. Serve it warm and drizzle with extra coconut milk for a decadent finish that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Try this sugar-free champorado for a treat that's as good for your soul as it is for your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup glutinous rice
• 4 cups water
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cacao powder
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1 cup low-fat coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the rinsed rice to the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until the rice becomes tender.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, soak the dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them. Drain the dates and blend them into a smooth paste using a food processor or blender.

Step 5

Once the rice is tender, stir in the cacao powder and date paste until well combined.

Step 6

Next, add the coconut milk, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the pot. Stir continuously to ensure the mixture blends smoothly and avoid lumps.

Step 7

Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the champorado thickens to the desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more dates or another natural sweetener of your choice.

Step 9

Serve the champorado warm in bowls. Optionally, drizzle some extra coconut milk on top before serving for added creaminess.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1655.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	937.8

Total Fat 6.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1083.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 160.2g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.8mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1913.4mg	0%

*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: 5.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 90.3%