Ah, Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding 🍚🍮 — creamy, comforting, and gently sweet with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. This classic dessert is like a warm hug in a bowl. Here’s a traditional stovetop recipe:
🍚 Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups whole milk (or a mix of milk and cream for extra richness)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for sprinkling)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Cook the rice
- In a medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil.
- Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Add milk and sugar
- Stir in milk and sugar. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 25–30 minutes.
- Add flavorings
- Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, butter, and raisins (if using). Continue cooking 5 minutes until creamy.
- Serve
- Spoon pudding into bowls.
- Sprinkle with extra cinnamon. Serve warm or chilled.
Pro Tips
- Creamier pudding: Stir in a little cream at the end or cook slowly on low heat.
- Prevent sticking: Stir frequently, especially as it thickens.
- Texture: Some like it slightly loose, some thick; adjust milk quantity accordingly.
- Variations: Add nutmeg, cardamom, orange zest, or even a splash of bourbon for depth.
I can also give you:
- 🥛 Baked rice pudding with caramelized top
- 🍫 Chocolate rice pudding
- 🍎 Apple-cinnamon rice pudding
- 🥥 Coconut milk rice pudding for a tropical twist
Do you want the baked version with a caramelized top?
