Homemade Rice Pudding (Creamy & Easy)
Creamy and delicious rice pudding that everyone will love. This naturally gluten-free dessert takes a few ingredients and it´s very easy to make. The rice pudding pairs perfectly with fruits, like this plum compote that add richness.
Ingredients
For the rice pudding
- 1 cup uncooked short-grain white rice
- 4 cups milk
- Orange peels
- Stick of cinnamon
- ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons of sugar (120gr)
For the plum compote
- 6 to 8 ripe plums
- 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- Drops of lemon juice
Instructions
For the plum compote
- Cut the plums into large cubes and place them in a deep saucepan, sprinkle with sugar and drops of lemon juice.
- Cook over low heat until tender, but firm, and syrup forms.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Set aside.
For the rice pudding
- In a deep saucepan bring to boil the rice and the milk with the cinnamon stick and the orange peels over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook the rice in the milk stirring often until it is almost ready. At that time add the sugar and finish cooking, about two minutes. If it is necessary add a little more milk, it should be creamy.
- Let cool or serve immediately with the plum sauce. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Notes
Keep in mind that the rice pudding will thicken as it cools. If it's too thick you can add a little more milk and mix until it is creamy again.