Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of this Amazing Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding. Creamy and comforting, this classic dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked white rice (preferably short-grain)
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- â…“ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (beaten)
Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- ground nutmeg for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pudding Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked rice, milk, cream, sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes creamy, about 15–20 minutes.
- Add the Egg: Reduce the heat to low. Slowly drizzle in the beaten egg while stirring constantly to avoid scrambling. Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes until the pudding thickens further.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Fold in raisins if using. Let the pudding cool slightly before serving warm, or chill in the refrigerator for a few hours to serve cold. Sprinkle with a dash of nutmeg or extra cinnamon before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, use all cream instead of milk.
- You can swap raisins with chopped dried apricots or leave them out entirely.
- This recipe works best with leftover rice and thickens as it cools.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
