Warm Rice Pudding with Seasonal Fruit

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Warm Rice Pudding with Seasonal Fruit, a luscious blend of creamy, spiced rice paired with the fresh burst of your favorite seasonal fruits. This easy-to-make dish combines velvety short-grain rice cooked to perfection with whole milk, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla for unparalleled warmth and flavor. Whether you top it with juicy berries, sweet peaches, or crisp apples, this recipe celebrates the best of nature's harvest in every bite. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert, this pudding is finished with an optional drizzle of honey or maple syrup for added decadence. With just 10 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, it's an irresistible way to elevate your dessert game!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Short-grain white rice
• 2 cups Water
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Seasonal fruit (e.g., berries, sliced peaches, or diced apples)
• 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional, for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the rice simmer for about 10 minutes, or until most of the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Add the whole milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt to the pot with the partially cooked rice. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 20–25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the pudding thickens.

Step 6

Remove the rice pudding from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Let the pudding cool slightly for 5–10 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare your chosen seasonal fruit by washing, peeling, or slicing it as needed.

Step 8

Spoon the warm rice pudding into serving bowls and top each portion with seasonal fruit. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, comforting dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1781.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337.3

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 120.7mg	0%
Sodium 963.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 161.1g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 324.3IU	0%
Calcium 982.3mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 1467.1mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 67.2%