Rice Pudding
Rice Pudding is a classic homemade dessert made with tender rice, creamy milk, sugar, and aromatic vanilla. Gently simmered until smooth and thick, this comforting dessert is finished with a touch of cinnamon for extra flavor. Enjoy it warm or chilled as a delicious treat for the whole family!
Ingredients
- - ½ cup 100 g white rice (short-grain or medium-grain)
- - 4 cups 960 ml whole milk
- - ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
- - ½ tsp vanilla extract
- - ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- - ⅛ tsp salt
- - 2 tbsp heavy cream optional, for extra creaminess
- - 2 tbsp raisins optional
- - Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. Drain well.
- Cook the Rice: Add the rice and 1 cup of water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until most of the water is absorbed.
- Add the Milk: Pour in the milk and add the salt. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
- Simmer Until Creamy: Cook uncovered for 25–35 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Add the Sugar: Stir in the sugar and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until dissolved and the pudding becomes thick and creamy.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon. Add heavy cream if desired for a richer texture.
- Add Raisins: Stir in the raisins if using, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Adjust the Consistency: If the pudding becomes too thick, add a little extra milk and stir until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the rice pudding to cool for a few minutes. It will thicken further as it cools.
- Serve: Spoon into serving bowls and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Enjoy warm or chilled for a delicious homemade dessert!