Here’s a classic old-fashioned rice pudding recipe—creamy, comforting, and simple to make:
🍚 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 cup White Rice (short-grain preferred)
- 4 cups Whole Milk
- ½ cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)
- Pinch of Salt
- Optional: ¼ cup Raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice, milk, sugar, and salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring frequently so the rice doesn’t stick.
- When the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy, remove from heat.
- Stir in vanilla extract and optional raisins.
- Serve warm or chilled, sprinkled with cinnamon if desired.
Tips for Perfect Rice Pudding
- Use short-grain rice for the creamiest texture.
- Stir often to prevent sticking.
- For extra richness, replace ½ cup of milk with Heavy Cream.
- Leftovers thicken as they cool—add a splash of milk when reheating.
✅ Bottom line:
This old-fashioned rice pudding is simple, comforting, and naturally sweet, perfect for a cozy dessert or snack.
If you want, I can also share a quick stovetop version that takes under 20 minutes but is still creamy and delicious.
