Name: Creamy Rice Pudding
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 4 tbs rice washed; 2 1/4 cups milk; 2 tbs sugar; 1 pinch salt; 1 tsp vanilla essence; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 2 tsp butter

by Mum & Georgia Last updated on 08/20/2020

One of the ultimate comfort foods, rice pudding is an old-fashioned treat, filled with nostalgia. Baked in the oven, this traditional recipe is fragrant with vanilla and nutmeg, and perfect for a cosy dessert. - Australia's Best Recipes Team

Ingredients

4 tbs rice washed
2 1/4 cups milk
2 tbs sugar
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla essence
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tsp butter

Method

Step 1

Place rice in a shallow dish and add the milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla.
Step 2

Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Step 3

Sprinkle nutmeg on top.
Step 4

Break up butter and place pieces on top.
Step 5

Bake at 140C, stirring after 30 minutes. Continue to cook for 25-35 minutes.
Step 6

Serve hot or cold.

Recipe Notes

from Australia’s Best Recipes team

Is rice pudding good for you?

Rice pudding is a dessert traditionally made using white rice, which is gluten free and a good source of energy. It also contains milk, which has a variety of nutrients including calcium, which is essential for bone health.