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Old-Fashioned Rice Custard

Old-Fashioned Rice Custard
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Old-Fashioned Rice Custard is a creamy, nostalgic dessert combining tender short-grain rice and rich custard for a comforting treat. Made with simple pantry staples, it delivers a silky texture and warm vanilla-cinnamon aroma, perfect served warm or chilled as a cozy after-dinner sweet or snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup short-grain rice
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Rinse 1/2 cup of short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent clumping. Cook the rice gently in 2 cups of whole milk over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the rice is tender and most of the milk is absorbed.
  2. Mix the Custard Base: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until pale and smooth. Slowly add a small amount of the hot rice and milk mixture into the egg yolks to temper them and avoid scrambling. Then, pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot with the rice.
  3. Cook the Custard Together: Return the pot to low heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue to cook gently while stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture thickens into a silky custard that coats the back of a spoon, being careful not to boil to maintain smooth texture. If using cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon, add it during this cooking phase and remove the stick before serving.
  4. Final Touches and Cooling: Remove the custard from heat and allow it to cool slowly. Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator to let the flavors deepen and the custard set further.

Notes

  • Use short-grain rice for the best creamy texture due to higher starch content.
  • Stir constantly while cooking to prevent rice and custard from burning or sticking.
  • Cook gently on low heat to avoid curdling and achieve a smooth custard.
  • Temper egg yolks carefully by adding hot mixture slowly to avoid scrambling.
  • Use a quality vanilla extract or vanilla pod to enhance flavor.

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Keywords: rice custard, old-fashioned dessert, creamy dessert, nostalgic sweets, warm dessert, rice pudding

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