Description
Delight in the creamy comfort of homemade rice pudding, a nostalgic dessert that transforms leftover cooked rice into a warm, sweet treat. Infused with vanilla and cinnamon, this easy-to-make pudding is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy it warm or chilled, topped with your favorite fruits or nuts for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: raisins, fresh fruit, whipped cream
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cooked rice, milk, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir gently and bring to a gentle simmer while frequently stirring until the mixture thickens (about 15 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator. Add your favorite toppings before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg