Description
This creamy cinnamon rice pudding is a comforting and easy-to-make dessert, baked to perfection with tender rice, sweet sultanas, and warm cinnamon, finished with rich cream for a luscious texture.
Ingredients
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For the Pudding
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 4 cups milk (full or reduced fat)
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup medium grain white rice, uncooked
- 1/2 cup sultanas or raisins
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
For Finishing
- 1/2 cup cream (thickened/heavy) or a bit of butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) suitable for all oven types, ensuring it reaches the right temperature for even cooking.
- Prepare baking dish: Grease a 10 cup or larger casserole dish with unsalted butter to prevent sticking and help with even baking.
- Simmer milk mixture: In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring to dissolve the sugar. Do not boil as this may cause the milk to split; look for a foamy surface.
- Combine ingredients in dish: Add the uncooked medium grain rice, sultanas, and cinnamon into the prepared baking dish. Pour the hot milk mixture over the rice and stir briefly to mix evenly. Cover the dish with a lid or foil to trap moisture during baking.
- Bake the pudding: Place the covered dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. Every 20 minutes, remove and stir the pudding to break up any rice settling on the base, ensuring creamy consistency throughout.
- Add cream and stir: After baking, remove the pudding from the oven and stir in the thickened cream thoroughly. The pudding may seem watery initially but will thicken as it cools slightly, resulting in a creamy, luscious texture.
- Serve: Serve the rice pudding immediately as is for a classic comforting dessert or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Notes
- Note 1: Full or reduced-fat milk can be used depending on preference; whole milk yields a richer pudding.
- Note 2: Medium-grain white rice is ideal for the best texture in rice pudding; avoid using long-grain rice.
- Note 3: Sultanas or raisins add natural sweetness and texture; you can soak them beforehand for extra plumpness if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: rice pudding, cinnamon, creamy dessert, baked rice pudding, easy dessert recipe
