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The Ultimate Creamy, Old-Fashioned Stovetop Rice Pudding

Close-up of a bowl of creamy rice pudding generously dusted with ground cinnamon.
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This recipe delivers a rich, smooth, and comforting old-fashioned rice pudding made easily on the stovetop. It uses simple ingredients to achieve a wonderfully creamy texture, perfect for a nostalgic dessert served warm or chilled.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup short-grain white rice (Arborio or medium-grain works well)
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions

  1. Combine the rice, milk, sugar, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low once simmering.
  4. Cook, stirring often, for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened to your desired consistency. The pudding will thicken more as it cools.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. If using the egg for extra richness: Temper the egg by slowly whisking about 1/2 cup of the hot pudding mixture into the beaten egg. Then, slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan while stirring constantly. Return the pan to very low heat for 1 minute, stirring, but do not allow it to boil after adding the egg.
  7. Remove from heat immediately. Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  8. Serve the rice pudding warm, or cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, and chill completely before serving cold.
  9. Sprinkle with extra cinnamon before serving.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, you can substitute 2 cups of cooked rice for the uncooked rice, reducing the cooking time significantly.
  • If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash more milk while reheating.
  • This recipe is excellent for make-ahead dessert preparation; it stores well for up to four days in the refrigerator.

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