Description

Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of homemade rice pudding, a delightful dessert that melts in your mouth. This creamy treat combines tender short-grain rice with whole milk, sugar, and warm spices, creating a custard-like experience that’s perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon and optional raisins, each spoonful is rich in flavor and memories. Easy to make with just a few pantry staples, this rice pudding is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup Arborio rice
4 cups whole milk
½ cup granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 egg yolks
½ cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

Rinse the Arborio rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, cover, and reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
Add the whole milk, sugar, salt, cinnamon stick, and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir gently as it heats.
Simmer on low heat for approximately 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks with a bit of hot rice mixture to temper them; then stir back into the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick, and serve warm in bowls topped with extra cinnamon or raisins if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: - For added flavor variations, consider mixing in chopped nuts or citrus zest. - To maintain creaminess when reheating leftovers, add a splash of milk.