Danish Christmas Rice Pudding

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 16
Warm and creamy Danish Christmas Rice Pudding
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

80 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 cups whole milk
1 cup cooked white rice , medium grain
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 whole eggs , lightly beaten
cinnamon
nutmeg
1 whole almonds
1 tablespoon real vanilla extract or 1 split vanilla bean
2 cinnamon sticks

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
297
Sugar
28g
Fat
7g
Warm and creamy Danish Christmas Rice Pudding is a popular Nordic dessert that is traditionally eaten on Christmas Eve. It is a simple recipe with a few basic ingredients, but the taste is so heavenly that it can make any occasion special. The pudding has a silky-smooth consistency and is flavoured with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a warm fragrant scent of vanilla. The whole almond hidden in each serving is a Danish tradition, and whoever finds it in their bowl is believed to have good luck for the upcoming year. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for those cold winter nights.

Instructions

1.In a thick bottomed pot, combine cooked rice, milk, sugar, salt, and cinnamon sticks. Mix well.
2.Place on medium heat and occasionally stir until milk comes to a boil.
3.Lower the head to low and let it simmer for 60-70 minutes or until the mixture has reduced and thickened. Stir occasionally.
4.Remove the cinnamon sticks and add beaten eggs, vanilla, and nutmeg. Mix well.
5.Place the pot back on the low heat and continue stirring until the mixture thickens again. It takes about 5-10 more minutes.
6.Remove from heat and let it cool down for a couple of minutes.
7.Serve in small bowls or ramekins with one whole almond in each serving, and sprinkle with cinnamon.

PROS

Warm and creamy pudding with the perfect sweetness and nutty fragrance of almonds, which is best served hot and a perfect mouth-watering dessert to end any meal

CONS

Contains high sugar, may not be suitable for those who are on a weight loss diet or have diabetes concerns.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice pudding is an excellent source of carbohydrates that provides energy to the body. It is also rich in calcium, which is essential in building strong bones and teeth. Additionally, it contains vitamins such as vitamin B, thiamine, and niacin.

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