Creamy Apricot Rice Pudding Recipe

Name: Creamy Apricot Rice Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked short grain white rice; 2 cups milk, divided; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 egg; 1 cup dried apricots, diced; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 orange, zested; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; Freshly grated nutmeg, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil over high heat in a saucepan.
2
Stir in your rice.
3
Then, turn down the heat, cover the pan and let simmer for 20 minutes.
4
When the rice is done, put it in a clean saucepan with 1 1/2 cups milk, the sugar and salt.
5
Cook this over medium heat, giving it a stir every once in awhile, until it thickens up and gets creamy, 15 to 20 minutes.
6
Crack your egg into a small bowl and beat it with the remaining 1/2 cup milk.
7
Slowly stir this mixture into the rice.
8
Stir in your diced apricots and cook 2 minutes more.
9
Take off the stove and stir in your butter, vanilla, orange zest, and cardamom.
10
Grate some nutmeg over top.

338

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup uncooked short grain white rice, 2 cups milk, divided, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, and more.

Yes, Creamy Apricot Rice Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Creamy Apricot Rice Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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