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Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe for Comfort Desserts
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Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe for Comfort Desserts

Silky, spiced rice pudding made with short-grain rice, milk, and cinnamon. Enhanced with optional rose water for a refined aroma, this internationally beloved dessert delivers rich comfort for any gathering. Serve chilled or at room temperature with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Cuisine: International
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups short-grain rice (or any plump variety)
  • 6 cups milk (whole or plant-based)
  • ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (or 2 cinnamon sticks)
  • 1 tsp rose water (optional for sophistication)

Method
 

  1. Rinse rice until water runs clear in a fine-mesh strainer
  2. Heat milk in a large pot over medium-low heat
  3. Add rice, sugar, cinnamon, and rose water (if using)
  4. Cover pot and simmer 20-25 minutes until thickened
  5. Stir frequently to prevent sticking
  6. Add water gradually as needed to reach a creamy consistency
  7. Chill for 2 hours before serving
  8. Serve chilled or at room temperature
  9. Garnish with sprinkled cinnamon or fruit

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16g

Notes

Rinse rice after soaking for 10 minutes to remove excess starch
Maintain low heat throughout cooking to prevent clumping
Let pudding rest for 10 minutes before serving for ideal texture
Toast rice briefly in the pot before adding liquid for deeper flavor
Upgrade to double cream for an ultra-rich version
Some variations add 1/4 tsp salt to enhance flavors (common mistake fix)

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