Homemade rice pudding is an understated dessert that always hits the spot. With its sweet creaminess and gentle cinnamon spice goodness, it’s a comfort food we return to again and again. With this easy Nourish PA recipe, you can whip up your own batch of cinnamon raisin rice pudding in no time, using simple ingredients and the microwave for quick cooking.
To jazz it up, add a splash of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Microwave Cinnamon Raisin Rice Pudding
| Yield |
|---|
| Serves 2 |
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 min | 6 min | 21 min |
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups microwavable rice, cooked according to package instructions, or leftover cooked medium-grain or short-grain white rice, or brown rice
- 2/3 cup milk, (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
Method
- Combine rice, milk, raisins and cinnamon in a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave, stirring halfway through, until warmed and slightly thickened, about 5-6 minutes total.
- Drizzle with honey and let sit for at least 5 minutes, for flavors to meld, before serving.
- Recipe and photo: Dish Works
