Kittencal's Old Fashioned Rice Pudding

Transport your taste buds back to simpler times with Kittencal’s Old Fashioned Rice Pudding, a velvety and creamy dessert that’s as comforting as it is timeless. Made with tender short-grain white rice simmered to perfection in a rich blend of whole milk, sugar, and a touch of butter, this recipe delivers a nostalgic treat bursting with cozy flavors. Infused with fragrant pure vanilla extract and the option to add plump raisins, this traditional rice pudding is wonderfully versatile—serve it warm for a soul-soothing finish to dinner or chilled for a refreshing snack. Sprinkled with cinnamon for an optional garnish, it’s a dessert that’s both elegant and delightfully homely. With just a few pantry staples and an hour in the kitchen, this classic comfort food will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for rice pudding lovers seeking an authentic and easy-to-make recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup short-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil.

Step 3

Stir in the rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until most of the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4

Add the milk, sugar, and butter to the pot with the cooked rice. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 30–35 minutes or until the rice pudding thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and raisins (if using) once the pudding is done cooking. Mix well.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and let the pudding cool slightly. The pudding will thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Serve warm or chilled. Optionally, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top before serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1779.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1343.5

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 179.1mg	0%
Sodium 554.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 98.0g
Protein 39.5g	0%

Vitamin D 429.4IU	0%
Calcium 1315.8mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 2186.8mg	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: 37.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 50.9%