The Best Rice Pudding

Indulge in the creamy comfort of *The Best Rice Pudding*, a classic dessert made irresistibly rich and velvety with simple pantry staples. This easy recipe combines short-grain white rice, whole milk, and a touch of butter, simmered to perfection with warm cinnamon and vanilla for a spoonful of nostalgia in every bite. Sweetened with just the right amount of granulated sugar and enhanced with optional raisins for extra texture, this one-pot wonder is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it warm, chilled, or topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg for an elegant finish. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this homemade rice pudding is the ultimate cozy dessert for family nights or special occasions!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Short-grain white rice
• 2 cups Water
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from clumping together.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the water is mostly absorbed.

Step 3

Add the milk, sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt to the saucepan with the partially cooked rice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Lower the heat to maintain a slow simmer, and cook uncovered for about 30-35 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. The mixture will thicken as it cooks and the rice becomes tender.

Step 6

Once the rice pudding has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and raisins (if using).

Step 7

Let the pudding cool slightly, as it will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Step 8

For an extra touch, sprinkle a little ground nutmeg over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1397.6 grams (1397.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1717

Total Fat 56.50g	72%
Saturated Fat 32.60g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 990mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 272.50g	99%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 198.50g
Protein 39.60g	79%

Vitamin D 429IU	2147%
Calcium 1295mg	100%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 2196mg	47%

*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: 28.9%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 62.0%