Classic Creamy Greek Rice Pudding
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Creamy Greek Rice Pudding, a luscious dessert that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with tender short-grain rice slowly simmered in creamy whole milk, sweetened with granulated sugar, and infused with a hint of vanilla, this traditional recipe achieves a perfectly smooth, velvety texture. Thickened with cornstarch for an extra indulgent consistency and topped with a sprinkling of fragrant ground cinnamon, it’s a timeless treat that can be served warm for cozy evenings or chilled for a refreshing dessert. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for anyone who craves a taste of authentic Greek cuisine. Keywords: creamy Greek rice pudding, traditional rice pudding, Greek dessert recipe, easy rice pudding, comforting Mediterranean dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Short-grain white rice
- 300 milliliters Water
- 1 liter Whole milk
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain white rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 300 milliliters of water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the water is mostly absorbed and the rice begins to soften.
Reduce the heat to low and add the whole milk, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
Cook the mixture on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. The rice will continue to absorb the liquid and thicken.
In a small bowl, dissolve 1.5 tablespoons of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water, ensuring there are no lumps.
Once the rice pudding reaches a creamy consistency, stir in the vanilla extract and the cornstarch mixture. Continue stirring for another 3-5 minutes until the pudding thickens further.
Turn off the heat and let the rice pudding cool slightly. Pour it into individual serving bowls or ramekins.
Dust with ground cinnamon on top before serving. Serve warm or chilled, depending on preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 544 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.2 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.3 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 1307 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 1601 mg | 34% | |
*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.
