Simple Rice Pudding
Treat your taste buds to the comforting sweetness of Simple Rice Pudding, a classic dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Combining creamy whole milk, tender white rice, and a hint of vanilla, this timeless recipe comes together with just a handful of pantry staples. Gently simmered to perfection, each spoonful delivers a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfectly balanced by a touch of sugar and a pinch of salt. Top it off with a sprinkle of aromatic ground cinnamon for a warm, spiced finish. Whether served warm for ultimate coziness or chilled for a refreshing treat, this homemade rice pudding is a versatile dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and great for leftovers, it’s a simple yet satisfying way to indulge.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White rice
- 2 cups Water
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Place the saucepan on medium heat and bring the water to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer the rice for about 15 minutes or until most of the water has been absorbed.
Add the milk, sugar, and salt to the saucepan with the cooked rice. Stir to combine.
Raise the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and reaches your desired creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the rice pudding cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.
Serve warm or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 978 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1272 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1539 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.
