This classic baked rice pudding is rich, creamy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor. It’s a comforting and easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prep the rice: Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- Combine ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, milk, heavy cream, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat and cook: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in raisins (optional): If using raisins, stir them into the rice pudding during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the rice pudding into a buttered baking dish.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Let the rice pudding cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional cinnamon and enjoy warm or chilled.