Almond Joy Torte

Description

Makes 12 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1 1/4 cups cold water, divided
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 1/4 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 1/4 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 springform 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. Chill until firm, about 2 hours.
9. To serve, run knife around sides of pan; remove sides.