Description
Indulge in this comforting rice pudding, made effortlessly with leftover cooked rice. This sweet and creamy dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preparation Instructions
- 1. Combine Rice and Milk
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cooked rice and milk over medium heat. Stir gently until well mixed.
- 2. Sweeten the Mixture
- Add the granulated sugar and a pinch of salt to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
- 3. Add Spices
- Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and stir in the vanilla extract. Mix well to incorporate these flavors.
- 4. Simmer
- Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it thickens (approximately 15-20 minutes). Ensure nothing sticks to the bottom.
- 5. Serve
- Once thickened to your liking, remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Spoon into bowls and garnish with additional cinnamon or fresh fruit if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg