Description
Indulge in the comforting nostalgia of rice pudding with cooked rice, a creamy dessert that turns leftover rice into a delightful treat. Infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy nights in to elegant dinner parties. Each spoonful offers a rich, velvety texture that will transport you back to cherished memories while creating new ones. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this rice pudding guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cooked rice, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until mixed.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice if desired.
- For chilled pudding, remove from heat and cool slightly before transferring to bowls. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Serve warm or chilled with optional toppings like extra cinnamon or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg