Description
Indulge in a creamy, comforting bowl of homemade rice pudding that evokes nostalgia and warmth. This delightful dessert features leftover cooked rice combined with velvety milk, sweet sugar, aromatic vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a simple yet impressive treat that brings smiles to the table. With customizable options and easy preparation, you can enjoy this classic comfort food warm or chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for serving)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional toppings: fresh fruits, nuts, or whipped cream
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cooked rice and milk. Stir gently until warmed through.
- Add sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary before serving.
- Serve warm or chilled with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg