Easy Rice Pudding Recipe

A comforting and creamy classic, this rice pudding is slow-cooked to perfection with sweet milk and vanilla. A simple, heartwarming dessert that's like a hug in a bowl.

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Rice Pudding
Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min
Servings
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cupsCooked white rice
  • 3 cupsWhole milk
  • ½ cupGranulated sugar
  • 1 tspVanilla extract
  • 1Cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 1Pinch of salt

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories
280 kcal
Protein
8 g
Carbs
45 g
Fat
7 g

Steps

  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, combine cooked rice, milk, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    If using, add the cinnamon stick.

  3. 3

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for 30-40 minutes.

  5. 5

    The pudding is ready when it has thickened to your desired consistency and the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick if used. Serve warm or chilled.

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