Orange Rice Pudding with Minted Orange Cranberry Glaze

Indulge in a luxurious twist on a classic dessert with this Orange Rice Pudding topped with Minted Orange Cranberry Glaze. Creamy Arborio rice is simmered in whole milk and heavy cream, sweetened with a touch of sugar, and infused with the bright zest of fresh oranges and a hint of vanilla, creating a luscious pudding that's both silky and comforting. The dish is elevated further with a vibrant cranberry glaze made from bursting fresh cranberries, tangy orange juice, sweet honey, and refreshing chopped mint. This elegant and flavor-packed dessert can be served warm to soothe your soul on chilly evenings or chilled for a refreshing treat. Perfect for any gathering or an indulgent evening at home, this recipe merges creamy textures with zesty, fruity accents, making it a must-try for dessert lovers. Keywords: orange rice pudding, cranberry glaze, minted cranberry glaze, creamy dessert, zesty rice pudding dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 1 cup Fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the Arborio rice and 2 cups of the whole milk. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 2

As the milk absorbs, gradually add the remaining 1 cup of milk and the heavy cream, stirring consistently. Continue cooking for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.

Step 3

Stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, orange zest, and salt. Mix well, then remove the rice pudding from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the pudding cools, prepare the minted orange cranberry glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, fresh cranberries, chopped mint leaves, honey, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the cranberry glaze for 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the glaze from heat and stir in the unsalted butter to give the glaze a silky texture. Let it cool slightly.

Step 7

To serve, spoon the rice pudding into bowls or ramekins and drizzle the minted orange cranberry glaze generously over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with additional orange zest or a sprig of mint if desired. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1733.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2310.5

Total Fat 117.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 358.8mg	0%
Sodium 960.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 189.3g
Protein 31.2g	0%

Vitamin D 322.1IU	0%
Calcium 971.3mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 1631.0mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 47.3%