This homemade\u00a0rice pudding<\/strong>\u00a0made with evaporated milk is ultra creamy and lightly spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon. Learn how to make perfect old fashioned rice pudding on the stove top with this easy recipe!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Rice Pudding has always been a favorite dessert for me.\u00a0 The best rice pudding should be creamy and sweet, not too grainy and not too soft. It strikes the right balance between the pudding and the rice. There can\u2019t be too much of one or the other.\u00a0<\/p>\n To make this rice pudding with cooked rice, I experienced with a few different rice and milk combinations. When I found one I absolutely loved, I scribbled it down right away.<\/p>\n Rice pudding is a comforting dessert made with cooked rice, milk, eggs and sugar. It\u2019s often flavored with spices and served with additions like nuts and dried fruit.\u00a0<\/p>\n While no one knows for sure who invented the first rice pudding, it\u2019s easy to see why this easy dessert became a staple for so many families.<\/p>\n You can find hundreds, if not thousands, of different rice pudding recipes out there. This one is the best rice pudding recipe I\u2019ve had because it balances the heartier grain texture of the rice, with the soft, creamy consistency of the pudding.\u00a0<\/p>\n Love rice pudding, but can\u2019t have the dairy? You\u2019ll still be able to enjoy your favorite comfort food when you make this Almond Milk Rice Pudding<\/a>!<\/p>\n Let\u2019s go over what ingredients you need to make this simple pudding recipe.<\/p>\n Choosing the right type of rice is key here! I use a medium grain white rice. Arborio rice can also be substituted. Both have a high starch content which thickens the rice and helps create the creamy texture.\u00a0<\/p>\n Along with using the right rice, here are more of tips for rice pudding success.\u00a0<\/p>\n Use the right rice-to-liquid ratio<\/strong>: I tweaked with this recipe to get the ratio of milk to cooked rice I wanted. Make sure to measure carefully to keep the ratio correct.\u00a0<\/p>\n Use evaporated milk:<\/strong>\u00a0This canned milk is condensed to a syrupy consistency, but not sweetened. It adds richness without making it overly sweet. Evaporated milk rice pudding consistently had the best texture and flavor of any version I tried.\u00a0<\/p>\n Cook on medium to low heat<\/strong>: A slower cooking process helps the rice release its starch gradually, so the pudding is creamy and not lumpy.\u00a0Low and slow is definitely the best way to go here. Trust me.<\/p>\n Stirring<\/strong>: Frequent stirring helps distribute the starch evenly and prevents it from sticking to the bottom of a large pot. Stir the rice and milk mixture gently but consistently. It may become tiresome, but it\u2019s necessary and you\u2019ll love the results!<\/p>\n Temper your egg<\/strong>: Eggs are the key to a creamy, custard-like pudding. To avoid ending up with flecks of cooked egg in your custard, follow my directions for tempering below.<\/p>\n Tempering is a process of slowly heating room temperature eggs to stabilize their proteins. By gradually adding hot liquid like water or milk to eggs, you cook them without allowing them to congeal. In contrast, if you add room temperature eggs to direct heat, they cook quickly and coagulate like scrambled eggs.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0In this recipe, the hot, thickened rice mixture is used to temper the egg. As a result, you get a perfect silky pudding \u2014 no unwelcome cooked egg pieces ruining your dessert!\u00a0<\/p>\n Let\u2019s walk through the steps for making rice pudding.\u00a0<\/p>\n First, add the rice, evaporated milk, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg to a saucepan. Cook on the stovetop, stirring regularly, until thickened.\u00a0<\/p>\n Now, combine whole milk and eggs in a mixing bowl. Whisk the sugar into the egg mixture.<\/p>\n Next, it\u2019s time to temper the eggs. Ladle about \u2153 cup\u00a0of the hot rice mixture into the bowl with the egg, sugar and milk. Gradually add this mixture back to the saucepan on the stove.<\/p>\n Continue cooking and whisking the rice pudding for another couple of minutes until everything is thickened, warm and well combined. Remove the pudding from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and butter.\u00a0<\/p>\n You\u2019ll find the detailed ingredient list and full instructions in the recipe card below.<\/em><\/p>\n Whether to serve this pudding warm or cold is a matter of personal preference. I occasionally enjoy sitting down to a hot bowl of this cinnamon-infused dessert on a chilly day, but I love, love, LOVE it cold for its refreshing sweetness \u2014 and the fact that you don\u2019t have to reheat it!<\/p>\n Leftover rice pudding should be stored tightly covered in the refrigerator, and will keep well for up to 4 days.\u00a0<\/p>\n Step back into grandma\u2019s kitchen with these other classic homemade pudding recipes!\u00a0<\/p>\n My\u00a0Easy Homemade Banana Pudding<\/a>\u00a0is sweet southern comfort at its best. Nilla wafers and\u00a0fresh whipped cream<\/a>\u00a0make it the best you\u2019ll ever taste. For those late night chocolate cravings, this from-scratch\u00a0Chocolate Pudding<\/a>\u00a0has your back!\u00a0<\/p>\n Like rice pudding, bread pudding is a dessert that\u2019s been around for countless generations! My\u00a0Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Bread Pudding<\/a>\u00a0is a decadent version of the traditional treat, made with French bread, juicy red cherries, and lots and lots of chocolate.\u00a0<\/p>\n Looking for a savory pudding side dish?\u00a0Corn Pudding<\/a>\u00a0is a creamy custard-like casserole flecked with kernels of fresh sweet corn! You\u2019ll fall in love with it at first bite.\u00a0<\/p>\n When it comes to no-bake desserts, your mind probably jumps to cold goodies. Chilled treats like\u00a0No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Orange Creamsicle Dream Bars<\/a>\u00a0are some of my all time most popular recipes on the blog for a good reason!<\/p>\n But did you know you can also make tasty WARM desserts without the oven?\u00a0<\/p>\n Chocolate Fondue<\/a>\u00a0is one of the easiest desserts you can make. It\u2019s ready in minutes and always a crowd pleaser! For citrus lovers, I have a zesty\u00a0Lemon Curd<\/a>\u00a0recipe to replace the canned stuff. Drizzle it over berries, ice cream or whipped cream for a refreshing summer time indulgence.\u00a0<\/p>\n Sweet, creamy pudding with cooked rice, a hint of vanilla and a touch of nostalgic comfort, and perfect for cold winter nights. Try this easy evaporated milk rice pudding recipe next time the craving strikes!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Want to Save This Recipe?<\/p>\n Enter your email & I\u2019ll send it to your inbox.\u00a0Plus, get great new recipes from me every week!<\/em><\/p>\n![\"Creamy](\"https:\/\/www.365daysofbakingandmore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Creamy-Rice_Pudding-1-680x453.jpg\")
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<\/figure>\nWhat is rice pudding?<\/h3>\n
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What is the Best Rice for Rice Pudding?<\/h3>\n
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