Baked Rice Custard

Transform simple ingredients into a cozy, nostalgic dessert with this Baked Rice Custard recipe. Perfectly creamy and subtly spiced, this classic treat combines tender cooked rice with a silky egg custard infused with vanilla, nutmeg, and a hint of cinnamon for added warmth. Baked in a water bath to ensure a luxuriously smooth texture, this dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort and elegance. With just 15 minutes of prep and a tantalizing aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes, this dessert is ideal for family gatherings or a quiet evening indulgence. Serve it warm for a heartwarming treat or chilled for a refreshing twist—either way, it’s a recipe worth savoring! Keywords: Baked Rice Custard, creamy dessert, classic custard recipe, comforting rice pudding, vanilla-spiced custard.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 2.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 teaspoon unsalted butter (for greasing the dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 1.5-quart (or similar-sized) baking dish with unsalted butter.

Step 2

Spread the cooked white rice evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until warm, but do not let it boil. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and combined.

Step 5

Slowly add the warmed milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.

Step 6

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the rice in the baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle the ground nutmeg (and optional cinnamon, if desired) evenly over the top of the custard.

Step 8

Carefully place the baking dish in a larger roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish to create a water bath.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but still slightly jiggles in the center when nudged.

Step 10

Remove the baking dish from the water bath and allow the custard to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or chilled, as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1055.5 grams (1055.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1256

Total Fat 78.40g	101%
Saturated Fat 42.60g	213%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 762mg	254%
Sodium 884mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 76.60g	28%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 30.10g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 394IU	1972%
Calcium 859mg	66%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1188mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 25.9%