Description

This comforting baked rice pudding recipe combines creamy cooked rice with milk, eggs, and warm spices, baked to perfection for a soft, custardy dessert. Easy to prepare, it can be enjoyed warm or chilled, with optional additions like raisins, nutmeg, and caramel sauce to enhance the flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1 cup cooked rice (white or brown) – using day-old rice can improve texture
2 cups milk (or almond/coconut milk for dairy-free)
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
a pinch of salt

Optional Additions

Raisins (for added sweetness)
Nutmeg (for an extra spice touch)
Caramel sauce (for drizzling on top)

Instructions

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, milk, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is well blended and smooth. At this stage, you can also add raisins or a sprinkle of nutmeg if desired.
Assemble: Pour the prepared rice mixture evenly into the greased baking dish, spreading it out to ensure uniform cooking and browning.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes. Bake until the pudding is set and the top is lightly browned and slightly firm to the touch.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the pudding to cool slightly. It can be served warm or chilled according to your preference. Optionally, drizzle with caramel sauce before serving for added flavor.

Notes

Using day-old rice helps achieve a better texture for the pudding.
You can substitute dairy milk with almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Adding raisins gives a natural sweetness and texture contrast.
Nutmeg can be added alongside or instead of cinnamon for a warm spice flavor.
Ensure eggs are well incorporated to help the pudding set properly when baked.
Letting the pudding rest after baking improves flavor and consistency.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked rice pudding, rice pudding recipe, oven-baked dessert, creamy rice pudding, cinnamon rice pudding, dairy-free rice pudding option