Description
This Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding is a comforting, creamy dessert that takes you back to simpler times, with tender rice cooked slowly in milk, a hint of sweet vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
- ¼ cup raisins (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in milk and sugar.
- Increase heat slightly and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook uncovered over medium-low heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring frequently.
- The rice should be tender, and the mixture thick and creamy.
- Add raisins during the last 5 minutes if using.
- Stir in vanilla extract and butter (if using).
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Spoon into bowls.
- Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Serve warm or chill in the fridge for a cold dessert.
Notes
- Perfect for cozy nights or as a nostalgic treat for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding, Creamy Dessert, Comfort Food