Description
This old-fashioned creamy rice pudding is a comforting, classic dessert that combines the rich flavors of vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon with tender rice and sweet raisins. Perfect for enjoying warm or chilled, this pudding is sure to bring back memories of home-cooked meals and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup Minute Rice
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Cinnamon, for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a buttered 1-quart baking dish, combine the Minute Rice, milk, sugar, butter, salt, vanilla, nutmeg, and raisins. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring the mixture after the first 15 minutes and again when the pudding is done.
- Add Cinnamon: Once the pudding is fully baked and has thickened, sprinkle the top with cinnamon.
- Serve: Serve the rice pudding warm for a cozy dessert, or chill it in the refrigerator for a cold, creamy treat. The pudding will continue to thicken as it stands.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a splash of cream.
- You can substitute the raisins with other dried fruits like cranberries or chopped dates for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15g