Classic Creamy Greek Rice Pudding

Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Creamy Greek Rice Pudding, a luscious dessert that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with tender short-grain rice slowly simmered in creamy whole milk, sweetened with granulated sugar, and infused with a hint of vanilla, this traditional recipe achieves a perfectly smooth, velvety texture. Thickened with cornstarch for an extra indulgent consistency and topped with a sprinkling of fragrant ground cinnamon, it’s a timeless treat that can be served warm for cozy evenings or chilled for a refreshing dessert. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for anyone who craves a taste of authentic Greek cuisine. Keywords: creamy Greek rice pudding, traditional rice pudding, Greek dessert recipe, easy rice pudding, comforting Mediterranean dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 120 grams Short-grain white rice
• 300 milliliters Water
• 1 liter Whole milk
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the short-grain white rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 300 milliliters of water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the water is mostly absorbed and the rice begins to soften.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the whole milk, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Cook the mixture on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. The rice will continue to absorb the liquid and thicken.

Step 5

In a small bowl, dissolve 1.5 tablespoons of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 6

Once the rice pudding reaches a creamy consistency, stir in the vanilla extract and the cornstarch mixture. Continue stirring for another 3-5 minutes until the pudding thickens further.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and let the rice pudding cool slightly. Pour it into individual serving bowls or ramekins.

Step 8

Dust with ground cinnamon on top before serving. Serve warm or chilled, depending on preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1602.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.4

Total Fat 33.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 123.8mg	0%
Sodium 544.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 150.3g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 453.8IU	0%
Calcium 1307.4mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 1601.2mg	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: 63.5%