Colombian-Style Rice Pudding with Cinnamon and Raisins

A creamy and comforting rice pudding infused with warm cinnamon, plump raisins, and a touch of vanilla, reminiscent of traditional Colombian desserts.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

358 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£0.55/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

0.5cupShort-grain rice (Arborio or Calrose)(Do not rinse the rice; it needs the starch for thickening.)

£0.20

4cupsWhole milk(Can substitute with 2% milk, but whole milk makes for a richer pudding.)

£1.20

0.3cupGranulated sugar(Adjust to your sweetness preference.)

£0.10

1Cinnamon stick

£0.30

0.3cupRaisins(Golden raisins or regular raisins work well.)

£0.25

0.5teaspoonVanilla extract(Use pure vanilla extract for best flavor.)

£0.15

pinchGround Cinnamon(For sprinkling on top (optional))

£0.01

Total Cost

£2.21

£0.55 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, and cinnamon stick.
2.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
3.
Reduce the heat to low, and continue to simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
4.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
5.
Stir in the raisins and vanilla extract.
6.
Let the rice pudding cool slightly before serving. The pudding will thicken further as it cools.
7.
Serve warm or chilled, sprinkled with a pinch of ground cinnamon, if desired.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

358 kcal / 1498 kJ

Carbs

57g

22% of RDA

Fat

12g

17% of RDA

Protein

10g

20% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

33 g

37% of RDA

Sodium

115 mg

5% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a small knob of butter (about 1 tablespoon) along with the vanilla extract.

If the pudding becomes too thick while cooking, add a splash of milk to thin it out.

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

To reheat, add a splash of milk and microwave for a few seconds until warm. You can also reheat in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently.

Cooking Equipment

Medium saucepan

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