Description
Creamy Rice Pudding is a heartwarming dessert that combines the nostalgic flavors of sweet vanilla and rich milk with tender short-grain rice. This comforting dish is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed warm or chilled. With its velvety texture and delightful sweetness, it’s sure to create cherished memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse Arborio rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rinsed rice, whole milk, sugar, salt, and cinnamon stick. Stir gently.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and creamy. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 24mg