Danish Sweet Rice
Indulge in the creamy, festive delight of Danish Sweet Rice, a classic Scandinavian dessert that's perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion! This traditional rice pudding, known as "risalamande," combines tender short-grain rice simmered in milk with the sweetness of sugar and aromatic vanilla extract. A generous whip of soft, fluffy cream is folded in to create an irresistibly airy texture, while slivered almonds add a delightful crunch. As a charming twist, a single whole almond is hidden in the mixture—a fun tradition with a prize for the lucky finder! Served chilled and topped with a warm, luscious cherry sauce, this heavenly dessert is as elegant as it is satisfying. Simple to prepare yet rich in flavor, Danish Sweet Rice is sure to become the centerpiece of your next festive gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams short-grain rice
- 600 ml water
- 1 liters whole milk
- 75 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams slivered almonds
- 250 ml heavy whipping cream
- 200 ml cherry sauce (optional, for serving)
- 1 whole almond
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a large saucepan, bring 600 ml of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the rinsed rice and stir to avoid sticking. Reduce the heat to medium and let the rice simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing it to absorb most of the water.
Pour in the whole milk, stirring continuously to prevent scorching. Reduce the heat to low and allow the rice to simmer gently, covered, for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally. The rice should absorb the milk and become soft and creamy.
Once the rice pudding consistency is reached, stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract. Let it cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on the surface.
Chop the slivered almonds finely, leaving a handful aside for garnish. Stir the chopped almonds into the cooled rice pudding. Add a whole almond into the mixture as a fun tradition—whoever finds it in their portion wins a prize!
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks using a hand or stand mixer. Fold the whipped cream gently into the rice pudding, ensuring it is evenly combined while maintaining the creamy texture.
Cover the dessert and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Danish Sweet Rice chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of slivered almonds and warm cherry sauce drizzled on top. Enjoy this festive treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.9 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.7 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 505 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.3 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 195.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.3 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 1617 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2748 mg | 58% | |
*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.
