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Rice Pudding Recipe

Here’s a complete recipe for Rice Pudding with everything you need to make this classic, creamy dessert:
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American, European, Southeast Asian
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice medium or short grain
  • 4 cups whole milk can substitute with almond or coconut milk for dairy-free option
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional, for extra creaminess
  • Optional toppings: raisins ground nutmeg, whipped cream, or fruit

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of uncooked white rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside.
  • Step 2: Simmer the Pudding : Bring the cooked rice, 4 cups whole milk ⅓ cup sugar plus a pinch of salt and optional tablespoon of butter to combine these ingredients. Cook over medium heat until it begins to simmer, stirring occasionally so the sugar will dissolve.
  • Step 3: Thicken the Pudding : With great care continue to cook the mixture and stir occasionally so that it does not stick or burn. Simmer the pudding gently for about 20-25 minutes until it becomes creamy.
  • Step 4: Add Flavourings : Stir until thickened and then remove from heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (warning – if you use this, it does overpower the chocolate so a good option is just more cocoa powder instead) Adjust sugar or flavouring in the pudding, if and when needed.
  • Step 5: Serve : This rice pudding can also be enjoyed warm and is equally nice refrigerated, for a chilled dish. Serve with optional toppings, and add in some raisins if you want at the end or a sprinkle of nutmeg on top and whipped cream or fresh fruit!!!

Notes

Enjoy your delicious Rice Pudding Recipe From OoohDelish! —a comforting and nostalgic dessert that’s both easy to make and highly customizable!
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