Rice Pudding Recipe

Rice Pudding Recipe

Easy Rice Pudding

Turn leftover cooked rice into a warm, creamy dessert the whole family will love! This simple rice pudding is easy enough for kids to help make and can be enjoyed warm or chilled for a delicious anytime treat.

Easy homemade rice pudding

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

  1. Place the cooked rice, milk, and sugar into a medium saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring often to prevent sticking.
  3. Continue cooking for 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Stir in the butter until completely melted for an extra creamy texture.
  6. If desired, stir in the cinnamon.
  7. Serve warm, or refrigerate for at least 1 hour and enjoy chilled.

Fun Mix-Ins

  • Raisins
  • Chopped apples
  • Dried cranberries
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Nutmeg
  • Brown sugar
  • Toasted coconut

Kid Helper Jobs

  • Measure the ingredients.
  • Stir the pudding while an adult supervises.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
  • Add favorite mix-ins before serving.
Kitchen Tip: This recipe is perfect for using leftover rice. White or brown rice both work well. If the pudding becomes too thick after chilling, simply stir in a splash of milk before serving.

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