Old Fashioned Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe
This is the ultimate old fashioned rice pudding recipe, made on the stovetop for a rich, creamy texture that brings back comforting memories. It uses simple ingredients for a classic sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 60 min
- Total Time: 65 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup medium-grain white rice
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Combine the rice, whole milk, sugar, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low once simmering begins.
- Cook uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 5 to 10 minutes. The pudding is done when the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired creamy consistency. Do not let it boil rapidly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve the rice pudding warm, sprinkled with extra cinnamon, or chill completely for a thicker, scoopable texture.
Notes
- For an even richer, creamier dessert, substitute 1 cup of the whole milk with 1 cup of heavy cream.
- If you prefer a thicker pudding, let it cool slightly; it will continue to thicken as it cools down.
- This recipe is excellent for making ahead; store it covered in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg