Philadelphia Rice Pudding
Rediscover the timeless comfort of homemade dessert with this irresistible Philadelphia Rice Pudding recipe, a creamy, rich treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with short-grain rice simmered in a luscious combination of whole milk, heavy cream, and butter, this classic recipe balances sweetness with the warm, aromatic touch of vanilla and cinnamon. Optional raisins add a pop of chewy texture for those who love a hint of fruity contrast. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal served warm, chilled, or at room temperature, and is perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or whipped cream to elevate every bite of this velvety, crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
Stir in the whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, salt, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom, until the mixture begins to thicken. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
Once thickened, lower the heat and cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the pudding reaches your desired consistency. If using raisins, stir them in during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Remove the pudding from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon. Taste and adjust sweetness, if needed.
Let the pudding cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference.
Optionally, garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.8 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.9 g | 365% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 1152 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 322.2 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 248.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.8 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1320 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
