This classic rice pudding offers a comforting, creamy texture achieved by slow-simmering rice until tender, then enriching it with a custard base of milk, sugar, and egg yolks. The result is a luscious, spoonable dessert that balances sweetness with subtle warmth from vanilla and optional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. It’s perfect for cozy evenings, family dinners, or as a nostalgic treat. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both indulgent and homey, satisfying cravings for traditional comfort food without excessive complexity.
Uncle Ben’S Classic Rice Pudding
Description
This classic rice pudding offers a comforting, creamy texture achieved by slow-simmering rice until tender, then enriching it with a custard base of milk, sugar, and egg yolks. The result is a luscious, spoonable dessert that balances sweetness with subtle warmth from vanilla and optional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for cozy evenings, family dinners, or as a nostalgic treat. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both indulgent and homey, satisfying cravings for traditional comfort food without excessive complexity.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until rice is very tender and most of the water is absorbed.
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In a small bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
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Add milk along with the sugar mixture to the rice in the saucepan.
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If desired, add raisins at this point.
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Heat to boiling, then boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat.
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Stir in butter and vanilla.
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Slowly stir about 1 cup of the hot rice mixture into the beaten egg yolks (or Eggbeaters) in a separate bowl to temper them.
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Blend the egg mixture back into the remaining mixture in the saucepan.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, just until the mixture starts to bubble.
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Remove from heat immediately.
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Pour into a serving dish.
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Serve plain or topped with cinnamon, nutmeg, or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 42.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a richer texture, use whole milk or half-and-half instead of regular milk.
To prevent eggs from curdling, ensure you temper them slowly by adding hot liquid gradually while whisking.
Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk.
For a vegan version, omit egg yolks and use a plant-based milk and butter alternative; the cornstarch will help thicken the pudding.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the milk mixture for extra warmth.
