Description
Create a heartwarming dessert with this easy rice pudding recipe that transforms leftover cooked rice into creamy bliss. Each spoonful offers a nostalgic taste reminiscent of childhood comforts, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy the delightful aroma of vanilla and cinnamon wafting through your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups whole milk (or alternative milk)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, whipped cream
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy access.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until the mixture begins to bubble gently.
- Stir in the cooked rice, ensuring each grain is coated in the creamy mixture.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened to your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels as needed.
- Serve warm or chill in bowls if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg