Creamy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding is wonderfully creamy, with just the right texture and sweetness. With only a handful of ingredients and a little patience, this classic dessert comes together into a comforting old time favorite.

The flavor is reminiscent of KozyShack Rice Pudding from the grocery store, only made with all natural ingredients. This stovetop version uses just 1/2 cup of sugar, while much of the sweetness comes naturally as the milk cooks down.

The pudding needs at least 50 minutes to reach the right thickness and texture. It’s ready when it reaches about the consistency of yogurt. Keep in mind that it will thicken further as it cools.

If the pudding becomes too thick, simply stir in a little more milk just before serving to loosen the consistency. There’s also no need to buy short grain or medium grain rice, since long grain rice works perfectly for this recipe.

Only five ingredients are needed: milk, sugar, salt, long grain rice, and vanilla extract. The key is the generous amount of milk, with 6 cups used for just 1/2 cup of rice.

At first, the high ratio of milk to rice may make it seem like the pudding won’t thicken enough, but it does. The finished pudding has just the right amount of vanilla flavor, and cinnamon can be sprinkled on top for extra flavor.

For another variation, raisins can be added if desired. Whether enjoyed with cinnamon or raisins, this Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding keeps the simple, comforting character that makes this classic dessert so appealing.

Yield: 4 Servings

Creamy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

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This simple Creamy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding is easy to make and uses ingredients you may already have on hand! This is so creamy with the perfect texture and sweetness. It’s a cozy, quick-fix snack or dessert that’s perfect for chilly afternoons!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 cups whole milk, divided
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup long grain white rice, I use a heaping half cup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ground cinnamon, optional

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, combine 5 1/2 cups milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Stir in rice and reduce heat to low. Be sure to adjust the heat so that it is at a gentle simmer.
3. Stirring occasionally, cook for 50 to 60 minutes. Mixture should thicken up to consistency of yogurt.
4. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
5. Let cool and then refrigerate. The last 1/2 cup milk is stirred in just before serving. Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.

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