Here’s a classic, comforting recipe for old-fashioned rice pudding — creamy, lightly sweet, and perfect for dessert or a snack.
🍚 Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1–2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rice and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- Add milk & sugar: Stir in milk, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Simmer gently: Cook 25–30 minutes until rice is tender and mixture thickens to creamy consistency.
- Add flavorings: Stir in vanilla, butter, raisins, and cinnamon (if using).
- Serve: Can be served warm or chilled. Sprinkle extra cinnamon or nutmeg on top before serving.
💡 Tips for Perfect Rice Pudding
- Use whole milk or a mix of milk and cream for creamier texture.
- Stir often to prevent rice from sticking or burning.
- Let it sit a few minutes after cooking; it thickens further as it cools.
- For a slightly lighter version, use low-fat milk, but creaminess will be reduced.
If you like, I can also give a slow-cooker version where you just dump everything in and let it cook for a few hours — super hands-off.
