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.

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
In a medium saucepan, combine cooked rice, milk, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- 2
If using, add the cinnamon stick.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for 30-40 minutes.
- 5
The pudding is ready when it has thickened to your desired consistency and the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.
- 6
Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick if used. Serve warm or chilled.
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