Description
Creamy Rice Pudding is a comforting and indulgent dessert featuring tender short-grain rice cooked slowly in rich whole milk infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness. Its smooth, velvety texture and customizable flavor options make it perfect as a warm treat or a chilled dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Pinch of salt
Optional
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Rinse and Prepare the Rice: Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and ensure a smooth, clump-free pudding texture.
- Simmer the Milk and Spices: In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt. Warm over medium heat until just about to boil, then reduce heat to low to gently infuse the flavors.
- Cook the Rice in Milk: Add the rinsed rice to the warm milk. Stir frequently to avoid sticking. Cook for 25–30 minutes until the rice is tender and the milk thickens to a creamy consistency similar to porridge.
- Sweeten and Flavor: Remove the cinnamon stick. Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract. Add butter if using. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes, stirring to blend flavors and dissolve sugar.
- Cool or Serve Warm: Transfer the pudding into serving bowls. Serve warm for a cozy dessert or cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a refreshing chilled treat.
Notes
- Use high-quality whole milk and fresh vanilla for best flavor.
- Stir frequently during cooking to prevent the rice from sticking or clumping.
- Short-grain rice creates the creamiest texture; avoid long-grain rice.
- Taste before adding sugar to adjust sweetness to preference.
- Cook slowly on low heat for optimal creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg