Creamy Vanilla Baked Rice Pudding

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Nostalgic Comfort: Mum’s Creamy Baked Rice Pudding

My mother’s culinary magic unfolded in the heart of our cozy kitchen, where warmth and comfort danced in the air. Among her repertoire of cooking delights, one dish held a special place in my memory: her creamy baked rice pudding.

Each spoonful is a journey back to my childhood, where simple pleasures were savoured and love was served generously.

The aroma of baking and vanilla and cream would waft through the house, signaling that something delightful was in the works. As I impatiently waited, the anticipation only heightened the eventual satisfaction.

A Comforting Winter Warmer

Allow me a moment. Winter in England paints a picture of cozy scenes and frost-kissed landscapes. As a child, returning home on a chilly evening held a particular magic, heightened by anticipating what awaited.

The comforting aroma of creamy baked rice pudding enveloped the house, welcoming me like a warm embrace after a day spent amidst the cold bite of the season.

It was a beacon of comfort in winter’s chill, promising solace and warmth with every spoonful. The crackling fireplace cast a gentle glow, illuminating the kitchen where the pudding awaited, its golden surface glistening invitingly.

Each mouthful was a symphony of flavours, a blend of creamy richness and subtle sweetness that warmed not just the body, but the soul.


In those moments, the warmth of home and the simple joy of being surrounded by love replaced winter’s cold, fading it into the background, the magic of Rice Pudding!

Picture a bowl filled to the brim with creamy baked rice pudding, a dessert so comforting it feels like a warm embrace on a chilly evening. The pudding itself is a masterpiece of simplicity, yet its taste and texture are nothing short of divine.

I hope you enjoy this recipe………

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Creamy Baked Rice Pudding

Picture a bowl filled to the brim with creamy baked rice pudding, a dessert so comforting it feels like a warm embrace on a chilly evening., this creamy baked rice pudding is more than just a dessert; it's a celebration of life's simple joys, a reminder that sometimes the most profound moments can be found in the simplest of pleasures.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Keyword: creamy, delicious, Easy, Rice Pudding, simple, sweet
Yield: 6 serves
Author: Mark Dexter
Cost: $8 au

Equipment

  • 1 Baking dish around 1.5 litre capacity
  • 1 Pot at least 1.5 litre capacity
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 set of scales
  • 1 Pastry Brush
  • 1 Flat Baking tray

Materials

  • 100 grams medium grain Rice
  • 100 grams caster Sugar
  • 450 ml Full-cream milk Long-Life milk is better for baking
  • 450 ml Thickened / Double Cream
  • 1 t- spoon Vanilla Extract if using vanilla essence, double the amount
  • 25 gram Butter diced to 'peas size'
  • 5 gram extra Butter – is soft for greasing the dish

Instructions

Getting ready

  • Turn on your oven to 170℃ / 340℉ / if you have a Gas oven Gas mark 3
  • Weigh all the ingredients
  • Get all the equipment ready to hand

Preparing the Baking dish

  • Place the baking dish on the baking tray (this will help to move the final dish in and out of the oven)
  • Brush the soft butter with the pastry brush, both the bottom and sides of the baking dish.
  • Wash the Rice and place into the baking dish spreading the rice so it covers the bottom of the dish.
  • Size of the rice is important I use medium – grain this (in the picture) is a common brand but as long as it is medium -grain all is well.

Preparing the Milk and Cream

  • First up I use Long-life Milk as it tends to bake better. Fresh milk when heated for long periods of time can separate and burn. Long-Life Milk tends to produce a better end result. I use this brand, but any Full cream brand will be ok.
  • Take your Pot (1.5 litre capacity) and pour in the cream
  • next add the milk to the cream – Pour in the milk
  • Place the pot on to your stove and heat to a gentle simmer, stir occasionally so the cream and milk does not burn.
  • When he cream and milk mix starts to simmer.
  • add the vanilla extract and stir gently – save making a mess.
  • Next add the sugar stir gently (again no mess) until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Turn off the heat and allow to stand for 30 seconds.

Getting ready to Bake your Rice pudding

  • Dice the cold Butter into 'peas size pieces'
  • Pour the Cream and mil mix over the rice
  • Pour all the mix into the Baking dish.
  • Gently stir to mix everything together.
  • Add the small cubes of butter scattering across the top of the milk mix and Rice.
  • Do not worry the butter will sink and melt.

Time to Bake

  • Set your Kitchen Timer for 10 minutes.
  • Carefully place into the oven. and bake for 10 minutes.
  • When your timer goes off reset for 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Turn down the oven temperature to 150℃ / 3000℉/ or Gas mark 2
  • allow to bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes

Finally time to serve

  • The rice pudding will now have a golden-brown top with rich creamy vanilla rice underneath.
  • You can serve the Rice Pudding with anything you like fresh berries, ice-cream, or any fruit Jam or simply on its own it is delicious.
  • All that is left is to enjoy!

Notes

Stir-fry beef noodles is a delicious and quick Asian dish that features tender slices of beef, stir-fried with colourful vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, and Bok choy. The dish is seasoned with a flavourful combination of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, providing a savory and slightly sweet taste.
“Savouring the symphony of flavours in a bowl of perfection. 🍜 #NoodleLove #FoodieAdventure

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