Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of this Best Old-Fashioned Creamy Rice Pudding. A rich and creamy dessert that is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Additional Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup whole milk (for tempering)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Make the Pudding: Stir in 2 cups milk, heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 15–20 minutes until thick and creamy.
- Temper the Egg Mixture: Whisk the egg with the remaining 2/3 cup milk. Gradually stir a few spoonfuls of the hot rice mixture into the egg to temper, then slowly stir the egg mixture back into the pot. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until pudding thickens slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and raisins or nutmeg if using. Serve warm or chilled, with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use Arborio rice.
- Adjust sweetness and spice to taste.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
