Cardamom Cranberry Rice Pudding

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Cardamom Cranberry Rice Pudding, a creamy, aromatic dessert that blends the exotic warmth of crushed cardamom pods with the tart sweetness of dried cranberries. Made with tender basmati rice simmered in a luxurious mix of whole milk and sugar, this pudding achieves a decadent, velvety texture with minimal effort. Its delicate layers of flavor are enhanced by a splash of vanilla and a hint of salt, while optional garnishes like ground cinnamon and chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch and visual appeal. Perfect served warm or chilled, this easy rice pudding recipe is the ultimate blend of sweet indulgence and fragrant spice—a must-try treat for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 2 cups Water
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 5 pods Cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.

Step 3

Add the whole milk, sugar, cardamom pods, and salt to the saucepan with the partially cooked rice. Stir well and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 25–30 minutes or until the mixture thickens and the rice is very soft.

Step 5

Once the rice pudding reaches your desired consistency, remove the cardamom pods using a spoon or tongs.

Step 6

Stir in the dried cranberries and vanilla extract. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the cranberries to soften slightly.

Step 7

Remove the pudding from the heat and let it cool for 5–10 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and chopped pistachios if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1813.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1426.6

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 117.1mg	0%
Sodium 1005.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 162.6g
Protein 42.5g	0%

Vitamin D 429.4IU	0%
Calcium 1296.6mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1781.5mg	0%

*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: 24.6%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 63.4%