Description
Creamy old-fashioned rice pudding whispers comfort from generations past, blending simple ingredients into a nostalgic dessert. Warm spices and luxurious texture invite you to savor each spoonful of this timeless classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup (158 ml) minute rice
- 2 3/4 cups (651 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) raisins
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Cinnamon
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gently mix Minute Rice, milk, raisins, sugar, butter, salt, vanilla, and nutmeg in a well-greased baking dish, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Place the mixture in a preheated 350°F oven, creating a creamy, aromatic base for the traditional dessert.
- After 15 minutes, carefully remove the dish and stir the contents, helping to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Continue baking for an additional 45 minutes, watching for a golden, slightly crisp top and a rich, custard-like consistency.
- Stir the pudding one final time when fully cooked, allowing the ingredients to settle and integrate their flavors.
- Dust the surface generously with ground cinnamon, adding a warm, fragrant finish to the dessert.
- Allow the pudding to rest for a few minutes, which will naturally thicken its texture and enhance its creamy richness.
- Serve immediately while warm for a comforting treat, or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing dessert option.
Notes
- Swap traditional white rice for brown rice to boost fiber and nutritional value.
- Add a pinch of cardamom or ginger for an unexpected flavor twist that elevates the classic dessert.
- Use dairy-free milk alternatives like almond or coconut milk to make the recipe vegan-friendly and accommodate lactose-intolerant guests.
- Soak raisins in rum or orange juice beforehand to infuse extra depth and complexity into the pudding’s flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 228 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1.3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg