Creamy Classic Rice Pudding Recipe
A comforting and easy homemade dessert featuring creamy rice pudding infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon. Perfect for cozy dinners, family gatherings, or a nostalgic sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati recommended)
- 4 cups (960ml) whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (optional for richness)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon added later)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional toppings: raisins, toasted nuts, or a sprinkle of nutmeg
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Drain well. (3 minutes)
- Pour whole milk and cinnamon stick into a saucepan. Warm over medium heat until just about to simmer but not boiling. (5 minutes)
- Stir in rinsed rice and granulated sugar. Lower heat to a gentle simmer and stir frequently to prevent sticking. (35 minutes)
- Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and mixture thickens. Add a splash of milk or water if too thick before rice is cooked.
- Remove cinnamon stick. Stir in heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well. (2 minutes)
- Let pudding cool slightly before serving warm, or chill for a few hours if preferred cold. Top with optional raisins, toasted nuts, or nutmeg.
Notes
Stir frequently to prevent burning and achieve creamy texture. Rinsing rice removes excess starch and prevents clumping. Use low to medium-low heat to avoid scorching. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with coconut milk. Optional toppings add texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Protein: 4
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