Cardamom Cranberry Rice Pudding
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Cardamom Cranberry Rice Pudding, a creamy, aromatic dessert that blends the exotic warmth of crushed cardamom pods with the tart sweetness of dried cranberries. Made with tender basmati rice simmered in a luxurious mix of whole milk and sugar, this pudding achieves a decadent, velvety texture with minimal effort. Its delicate layers of flavor are enhanced by a splash of vanilla and a hint of salt, while optional garnishes like ground cinnamon and chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch and visual appeal. Perfect served warm or chilled, this easy rice pudding recipe is the ultimate blend of sweet indulgence and fragrant spice—a must-try treat for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 pods Cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
Add the whole milk, sugar, cardamom pods, and salt to the saucepan with the partially cooked rice. Stir well and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 25–30 minutes or until the mixture thickens and the rice is very soft.
Once the rice pudding reaches your desired consistency, remove the cardamom pods using a spoon or tongs.
Stir in the dried cranberries and vanilla extract. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the cranberries to soften slightly.
Remove the pudding from the heat and let it cool for 5–10 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and chopped pistachios if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1005 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.4 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.5 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1297 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1782 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
