Description
Creamy Milk Rice Pudding is a delightful dessert that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia. This velvety pudding features tender short-grain rice simmered in rich whole milk, sweetened with sugar and infused with aromatic vanilla. Whether enjoyed warm or chilled, this classic dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Top it with cinnamon or fresh fruit for an irresistible homemade treat that transports you straight to dessert heaven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rinsed rice, whole milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Stir well.
- Heat until it reaches a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and cool slightly before serving. The pudding will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Serve warm or chilled with toppings like cinnamon or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg