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Creamy rice pudding
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Creamy rice pudding

Creamy Rice Pudding is a timeless dessert that brings warmth and comfort with every spoonful. Made with simple ingredients like rice, milk, sugar, and vanilla, this dish is slow-cooked until thick, rich, and perfectly creamy. Its silky texture and gentle sweetness make it a favorite across generations, and it's just as wonderful served warm as it is chilled. Whether you're revisiting a childhood classic or introducing it to someone new, this rice pudding delivers a cozy, satisfying experience every single time
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup uncooked white rice short or medium grain recommended
  • 4 cups whole milk or 2%, for a lighter version
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, plus more for topping
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional, for extra richness
  • Raisins optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine rice and 2 cups of the milk. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and let the rice cook, partially covered, until most of the liquid is absorbed (about 15–20 minutes).
  2. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk, sugar, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Stir well and continue to cook over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  3. Let the mixture simmer gently, uncovered, for another 20–25 minutes, stirring often, until the pudding is thick and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract and butter at the end, and fold in raisins if using.
  4. Serve warm or chilled, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg. The pudding will thicken further as it cools.

Notes

  • Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Add a splash of milk if it has thickened too much.
  • Freezing: Not recommended, as the texture may change when thawed.