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Ultra Creamy Old-Fashioned Stovetop Rice Pudding

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Make a classic, comforting rice pudding on your stovetop. This recipe delivers the rich, smooth texture you want using simple pantry staples for a satisfying sweet dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup uncooked short-grain white rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for topping

Instructions

  1. Combine the rice, water, and salt in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is mostly absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. Add the whole milk and heavy cream to the rice. Stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to keep the bottom from scorching.
  4. Continue to cook, stirring often, for 45 to 60 minutes. The pudding is done when the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a creamy consistency. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until the sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Let the rice pudding cool slightly in the pan for about 10 minutes; it will thicken more as it cools.
  7. Serve the rice pudding warm, sprinkled with extra ground cinnamon. You can also chill it and serve cold.

Notes

  • For an even creamier result, stir the pudding vigorously for the last 10 minutes of cooking to release more starch from the rice.
  • If the pudding becomes too thick upon cooling, stir in a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
  • This recipe works well with leftover cooked rice; reduce the initial water cooking step and start by simmering the cooked rice with the milk and cream.

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