Description
Creamy rice pudding is a comforting dessert that transports you back to childhood with its sweet, velvety goodness. This easy recipe combines short-grain rice, milk, and warm spices into a delightful dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up this nostalgic treat that invites customization with fruits or nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and salt; stir to mix.
- Add the cinnamon stick and vanilla extract.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and cover slightly ajar.
- Stir occasionally for about 20-25 minutes until thickened; adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick, cool slightly, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg