Quick & Easy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

Here’s a simple and clear recipe for Quick & Easy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding that you can make in about 30 minutes.

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Quick & Easy Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Short-grain rice

• 2 1/2 cups Milk

• 1/4 cup Sugar

• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

• 1/4 teaspoon Salt

• Optional toppings: ground Cinnamon, grated Nutmeg, or raisins

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Rice

1. Rinse the rice briefly under cold water.

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, and salt.

3. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 2: Simmer Until Thickened

1. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 20–25 minutes.

2. Continue until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy.

3. Stir in vanilla extract at the end.

Step 3: Serve

• Spoon the rice pudding into bowls.

• Sprinkle optional toppings like cinnamon, nutmeg, or raisins.

• Serve warm or chilled according to preference.

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Tips

• Use short-grain rice for the creamiest texture.

• Stir frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

• For extra richness, replace 1/2 cup of milk with Heavy cream.

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If you want, I can also make a version that finishes in 15 minutes using a microwave or pressure cooker, perfect for really quick dessert. Do you want me to do that?