Description
Rice Pudding with Cinnamon is a nostalgic dessert that warms the heart and soul. This creamy, dreamy treat combines simple ingredients to create an indulgent dish perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and enriched with a hint of vanilla, every spoonful offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. Serve it warm or cold, and elevate it with fresh fruit or nuts for added texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick (or 1 tsp ground cinnamon)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rinsed rice, milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, and salt. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving in bowls or dessert cups. Top with extra cinnamon or fresh fruit if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 18mg