Description
Classic Vanilla Rice Pudding with Cinnamon is the ultimate comfort dessert that combines creamy textures with a hint of nostalgia. This delightful dish envelops your taste buds in warmth, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luscious pudding that promises to be a showstopper at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice (like Arborio)
- 4 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice, milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
- Add the cinnamon stick and vanilla extract. Continue cooking while stirring until the mixture thickens, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Let sit off the heat for about 10 minutes to thicken further.
- Serve warm in bowls topped with additional cinnamon or fresh fruit if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg