Really Creamy Rice Pudding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Really Creamy Rice Pudding recipe, a luscious dessert crafted with rich ingredients like Arborio rice, whole milk, heavy cream, and a touch of vanilla. Perfectly simmered to achieve an irresistibly velvety texture, this classic treat is sweetened with granulated sugar and enhanced by a hint of butter for a decadent finish. Its secret lies in the use of Arborio rice, which naturally creates a creamy consistency as it cooks. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make pudding can be served warm for a cozy treat or chilled for a refreshing dessert. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon for an aromatic touch that elevates each bite. Whether you're craving a nostalgic favorite or a satisfying sweet dish, this rice pudding is sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the Arborio rice, whole milk, and heavy cream over medium heat.
Stir in the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and salt to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan or forming clumps.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for about 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened to a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the rice pudding cool slightly for about 5–10 minutes; it will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled, garnishing each serving with a light sprinkling of cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 968 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.1 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 198.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1230 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 1560 mg | 33% | |
*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.
