Near Instant Rice Pudding

Craving a cozy, homemade dessert but short on time? This Near Instant Rice Pudding is the perfect solution! Made with simple pantry staples like cooked white rice, whole milk, and a touch of vanilla, this quick and creamy treat comes together in just 15 minutes. A sprinkle of cinnamon and optional plump raisins elevate the flavor, while a pat of butter adds irresistible richness. Whether served warm for a comforting snack or chilled for a refreshing dessert, this fuss-free recipe is the ultimate time-saving way to enjoy classic rice pudding. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dessert cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked white rice, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir the mixture gently and bring it to a light simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pudding thickens slightly.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and raisins (if using) to the mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 5

Let the rice pudding sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken further. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	958.5 grams (958.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1238

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 15.90g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 1667mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 221.00g	80%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 112.60g
Protein 27.40g	55%

Vitamin D 217IU	1085%
Calcium 703mg	54%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1504mg	32%

*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: 20.5%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 70.7%