Rice Pudding with Raisins and Cinnamon Recipe

Name: Rice Pudding with Raisins and Cinnamon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 2 cups long-grain white rice; 6 2x1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5 cups (or more) whole milk; 1 cup sweetened condensed milk; 1 cup evaporated milk; 2 canela or cinnamon sticks; 2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise in half; 3/4 cup brown raisins or golden raisins; 2 tablespoons sugar; Ground cinnamon; Grated peel from 1 lemon; Additional canela sticks or cinnamon sticks (optional)

Servings: persons

6 cups water
2 cups long-grain white rice
6 2x1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only)
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 cups (or more) whole milk
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup evaporated milk
2 canela or cinnamon sticks
2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise in half
3/4 cup brown raisins or golden raisins
2 tablespoons sugar
Ground cinnamon
Grated peel from 1 lemon
Additional canela sticks or cinnamon sticks (optional)

1
Bring 2 cups water to boil in medium saucepan.
2
Remove from heat.
3
Add rice; let stand 15 minutes.
4
Pour rice into strainer and drain, then rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear.
5
Bring 4 cups water to boil in large saucepan.
6
Add rice, lemon peel strips, and salt and return to boil.
7
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is almost tender, about 10 minutes.
8
Drain.
9
Discard lemon peel.
10
Combine 5 cups milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 2 canela sticks in heavy large saucepan.
11
Scrape in seeds from vanilla beans; add beans.
12
Bring to boil.
13
Reduce heat to medium and boil gently until mixture thickens and is reduced to 2 3/4 cups, about 30 minutes.
14
Stir in rice, raisins, and sugar.
15
Stir until raisins are plump and flavors blend, about 5 minutes.
16
Spoon pudding into bowls.
17
Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and grated lemon peel.
18
Garnish with canela sticks, if desired.

854

kcal

Calories

Fat

169

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups water, 2 cups long-grain white rice, 6 2x1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Rice Pudding with Raisins and Cinnamon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rice Pudding with Raisins and Cinnamon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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