Almond Joy Torte

Description
Makes 12 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
 * 1¼ cups cold water, divided
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1 x 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
 * 1¼ cups flaked coconut
 * 1 cup toasted chopped almonds
 * 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
 * 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

Directions

 * 1) In small bowl, combine ¼ cup cold water and gelatin; set aside.
 * 2) Combine 1 cup water, rice and sweetened condensed milk in 2-quart saucepan.
 * 3) Cook over medium heat until thick and creamy 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently; stir in gelatin.
 * 4) Remove from heat; stir in coconut and almonds.
 * 5) Pour rice mixture into a 9-inch spring-form pan; smooth top.
 * 6) Combine chocolate chips and butter in small saucepan.
 * 7) Cook over low heat until blended; stir constantly.
 * 8) Spread chocolate over rice mixture.
 * 9) Chill until firm, about 2 hours.
 * 10) To serve, run knife around sides of pan; remove sides.