Creamy Baked Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (100g) short-grain rice 1/2 cup (100g) short-grain rice
• 4 cups (946ml) whole milk 4 cups (946ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt
• Ground cinnamon, for garnish Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 300 kcal / 1255 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 30g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
2. 2.
   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
3. 3.
   In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
5. 5.
   Pour the rice pudding into individual oven-safe ramekins or a baking dish.
6. 6.
   Place the ramekins or baking dish in a larger baking pan filled with hot water, creating a water bath.
7. 7.
   Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top of the pudding is golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let the pudding cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
9. 9.
   Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top before serving. Enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice — Use short-grain rice for the best results, as it becomes tender and creamy when cooked. Avoid using long-grain rice, as it may not yield the desired texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the whole milk with heavy cream.
• To prevent a skin from forming on top of the pudding while it cools, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface before refrigerating.
• If you prefer a stronger vanilla flavor, you can use vanilla bean paste or scrape the seeds from a vanilla bean pod instead of using vanilla extract.

Serving advice

Serve the Creamy Baked Rice Pudding chilled in individual ramekins or dessert bowls. Sprinkle a generous amount of ground cinnamon on top for added flavor and a touch of elegance.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, you can garnish each serving with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a small mint leaf. Serve the pudding in beautiful ceramic ramekins or glass dessert bowls to showcase its creamy texture.