Joan's Rice Pudding

Indulge in the creamy comfort of Joan's Rice Pudding, a luscious dessert that combines wholesome short-grain white rice, velvety whole milk, and the warm flavors of vanilla and cinnamon. Perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and simmered to perfection, this classic rice pudding recipe is a nostalgic treat that's easy to make yet irresistibly satisfying. Optional plump raisins add a delightful pop of texture, while the gentle simmering technique ensures a rich, smooth consistency that melts in your mouth. Whether served warm or chilled, Joan's Rice Pudding is a timeless crowd-pleaser, ideal for cozy family dinners or a make-ahead dessert that never fails to impress. Don't forget to finish it with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Short-grain white rice
• 2 cups Water
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Unsalted butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rinsed rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until most of the water is absorbed.

Step 3

While the rice is simmering, grease the bottom and sides of a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan with 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Add the cooked rice, whole milk, sugar, and salt to the greased saucepan. Stir to combine and place over medium heat.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. Reduce the heat to low and allow the pudding to cook for about 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and creamy.

Step 6

Once the pudding has reached the desired consistency, remove it from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and raisins (if using).

Step 7

Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 8

Serve warm or chilled. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, whipped cream, or a few extra raisins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1859.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1559.2

Total Fat 36.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 127.6mg	0%
Sodium 1001.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 199.1g
Protein 39.5g	0%

Vitamin D 429.4IU	0%
Calcium 1331.5mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 2204.2mg	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: 20.6%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 69.4%