This Jamie Oliver creamy rice pudding recipe is a rich and comforting dessert made with simple pantry ingredients and slow-cooked to silky perfection. The creamy texture, warm vanilla flavor, and hint of cinnamon make it an ideal dessert for cozy evenings, family dinners, or nostalgic comfort food cravings. Serve it warm or chilled with your favorite toppings for a timeless homemade treat.
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
1 cup short-grain rice or Arborio rice
4 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Fresh nutmeg for garnish
Optional toppings: raisins, berries, honey, or caramel drizzle
Instructions
Rinse the rice lightly under cold water and drain well.
In a large heavy-bottom saucepan, combine the rice, milk, and cream.
Place over low heat and stir gently until the mixture begins to simmer.
Add sugar and salt, then continue cooking slowly for 35–45 minutes.
Stir frequently to prevent sticking and help create a creamy texture.
Once the rice becomes soft and the pudding thickens, remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla extract and sprinkle cinnamon over the top.
Serve warm for a cozy dessert or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Garnish with nutmeg, raisins, or berries if desired.
Notes
Use full-fat milk for the richest texture.
Stir regularly to avoid scorching the milk.
The pudding thickens more as it cools.
Add extra milk while reheating if needed.
Arborio rice creates a particularly creamy consistency.
This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
