Ye Olde German Rice Pudding

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Hearty and Sweet: Ye Olde German Rice Pudding Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	160 g about 1 cup rice
	3/4 liter about 3 1/4 cup milk
	160 g about a stick and a half softened butter
	90 g about 1 cup chopped almonds
	1/2 lemon , zest of , chopped finely
	160 g about 1 cup sugar
	10 eggs ( separated )
	breadcrumbs ( for lining the baking dish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

638

Sugar

49g

Fat

39g

Ye Olde German Rice Pudding is a traditional dessert that has been enjoyed in Germany for centuries. It is hearty, sweet, and can be enjoyed any time of year. The combination of rice and almonds with a hint of lemon zest creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Served either hot or cold, this recipe is perfect for sharing with friends and family after a nice meal. Additionally, the recipe is easy to scale up or down to suit your needs. Whether you are looking for a new dessert recipe to try or introducing yourself to classic German cuisine, this recipe is definitely worth a try.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 355°F (180°C).
2.	Cook rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
3.	Whisk butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. In another bowl, beat egg yolks until light and add to the mixture. Combine with cooled rice, almonds, lemon zest, and milk, mix thoroughly.
4.	Beat egg whites in a separate bowl and fold them into the rice mixture.
5.	Prepare baking dish with breadcrumbs and pour the mixture evenly into it.
6.	Bake for about 45-60 minutes until the top is golden brown. Let cool before serving.

PROS

This dessert is a classic German comfort food that is hearty and sweet.
The combination of rice, almonds, and lemon zest is delicious and unique.
It can be served warm or cold, making it perfect for any season.

CONS

This recipe contains a significant amount of sugar and butter, making it high in calories and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Additionally, it requires some time and effort to prepare and bake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not necessarily healthy, it contains some nutritional benefits. Rice is a good source of carbohydrates and some minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus. Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Finally, lemon zest contains vitamin C and antioxidants that promote good digestion and are good for the immune system.