Description
A comforting and creamy rice pudding that evokes warm family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice (rinsed under cold water)
- 4 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon and sugar (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
- Start by rinsing your rice under cold water.
- Combine the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and salt in a large pot.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.
- Stir it often to prevent sticking or burning.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the rice pudding cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm or chilled, and sprinkle some cinnamon and sugar on top.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg. Experiment with different types of milk like almond or coconut for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg