Creamiest Rice Pudding Ever
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with the "Creamiest Rice Pudding Ever," a luscious blend of Arborio rice, whole milk, and heavy cream, simmered to silky perfection. This decadent treat gets its rich, velvety texture from the addition of egg yolks, while a hint of vanilla and a touch of cinnamon elevate its warm, homey flavor. Perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and a sprinkle of golden raisins (optional), this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a dessert that’s as satisfying served warm as it is chilled. Ready in under an hour with just one pot, this creamy rice pudding is the perfect crowd-pleaser for cozy evenings or elegant gatherings alike.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice (or short-grain rice)
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 0.5 cup Golden raisins (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the Arborio rice gently under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
Step 2
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to dissolve the sugar.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in the rinsed rice.
Step 4
Lower the heat to medium-low and cook the rice, stirring frequently, for 35-40 minutes or until the rice is tender and the mixture begins to thicken into a creamy consistency.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract.
Step 6
Once the rice pudding is thick, take about 1/2 cup of the hot pudding mixture and slowly whisk it into the egg mixture to temper the yolks. This prevents them from scrambling.
Step 7
Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the pudding, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until the pudding thickens slightly more.
Step 8
Stir in the ground cinnamon, unsalted butter, and golden raisins (if using). Mix well to combine.
Step 9
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the pudding cool for about 5 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Step 10
Serve warm or chilled. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1654.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2513.9 |
| Total Fat 133.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 757.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1070.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 266.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 206.4g | |
| Protein 44.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 466.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1317.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2214.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories