Mandarin Rice Pudding

Creamy, citrusy, and utterly comforting, this Mandarin Rice Pudding is a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Infused with the bright and zesty flavors of freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice and zest, this pudding combines the comforting richness of cooked white rice, whole milk, and heavy cream with a subtle hint of cinnamon and vanilla. The addition of tender mandarin segments folded in at the end creates a burst of juicy sweetness in every bite. Whether served warm or chilled, this easy-to-make dessert takes just 10 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking, making it perfect for any occasion. Garnish with extra mandarin zest or segments for a stunning finish and enjoy a luscious treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup mandarin orange juice
• 1 tablespoon mandarin orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mandarin orange segments (peeled)
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cooked white rice, whole milk, and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 2

Add the granulated sugar, mandarin orange juice, mandarin orange zest, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt into the saucepan. Stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the mixture, stirring frequently, for about 25-30 minutes or until the mixture thickens and achieves a creamy pudding consistency.

Step 4

Once the pudding has thickened, stir in the butter and mix until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and gently fold in the mandarin orange segments. This will add a burst of citrus flavor to the pudding.

Step 6

Transfer the rice pudding to serving bowls or a single serving dish. Allow it to cool slightly if serving warm, or refrigerate for 1-2 hours if serving chilled.

Step 7

Garnish with additional mandarin zest or a few orange segments if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1474.6 grams (1474.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2174

Total Fat 108.90g	140%
Saturated Fat 63.80g	319%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 1729mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 254.40g	93%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 155.00g
Protein 27.20g	54%

Vitamin D 217IU	1085%
Calcium 746mg	57%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 1386mg	29%

*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: 46.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 48.3%