Description
Delight in the comforting goodness of rice pudding made with cooked rice. This creamy, nostalgic dessert transforms leftover rice into a rich treat that evokes cherished memories. With its velvety texture and sweet aroma, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion—served warm or chilled, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for depth)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for garnish)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and cooked rice, stirring gently until mixed.
- Add sugar and a pinch of salt, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens slightly (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Once thickened to your liking, remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
- Spoon into bowls, garnish with additional cinnamon, and enjoy warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg