Milchreis
Indulge in the creamy, comforting embrace of **Milchreis**, a traditional German rice pudding that's perfect for any time of day. Made with tender short-grain rice gently simmered in rich, velvety milk, subtly sweetened with sugar, and infused with the warmth of real vanilla bean, this dish is a true classic. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness, while a finishing sprinkle of ground cinnamon adds a cozy, aromatic touch. Ready in under 40 minutes with just a handful of pantry staples, Milchreis is the ultimate fuss-free dessert or snack. Serve it warm for a heartwarming treat or at room temperature for a refreshing delight—either way, it’s pure comfort in a bowl! Perfectly creamy, mildly sweet, and utterly satisfying, this recipe is your gateway to authentic German comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams short-grain rice
- 1 liter milk
- 50 grams sugar
- 1 whole vanilla bean
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and keep the rice pudding from becoming too sticky.
In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir to mix the ingredients together.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using a small knife. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully remove the vanilla bean pod. Divide the Milchreis among serving bowls.
Serve warm or at room temperature, sprinkled with ground cinnamon on top. Enjoy your creamy German Milchreis!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.7 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 545 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.4 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.3 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 1332 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1706 mg | 36% | |
*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.
