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Creamy Rice Pudding with Cinnamon

A rich and creamy rice pudding flavored with cinnamon, perfect for a comforting dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 1 cup arborio rice or any short-grain rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus extra for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Method
 

Cooking the Rice Pudding
  1. In a saucepan, combine the arborio rice, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy, about 25-30 minutes.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Serving
  1. Spoon the rice pudding into serving bowls. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cardamom or serve with raisins or nuts on top.

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