Classic Rice Pudding
A heartwarming and creamy rice pudding recipe that evokes nostalgia, perfect for dessert or breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of rice
- 4 cups of milk
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional)
- Raisins or other dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a medium saucepan: rice, milk, sugar, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, simmering for 20-25 minutes until thickened.
- Add vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, if using.
- Cool slightly before serving, optionally adding raisins or dried fruit.
Notes
This rice pudding can be enjoyed warm or cold, and is a customizable dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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