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A silky, slow-simmered rice pudding topped with a golden crackled sugar crust for a nostalgic, comforting dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Traditional
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup medium-grain rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar for topping

Equipment

  • heavy pot
  • wooden spoon
  • broiler-safe dish

Method
 

  1. Combine rice, milk, sugar, salt, and butter in a heavy pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Reduce heat and cook uncovered, stirring often, until rice is tender and pudding thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour into a broiler-safe dish.
  4. Sprinkle with sugar and broil briefly until the top is golden and crackled. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgSugar: 20g

Notes

Simmer slowly and stir often to prevent sticking and ensure a creamy texture.

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