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This recipe for baked rice pudding with condensed milk is speckled with golden raisins and lightly sweet. Pure comfort food!

Baked rice pudding in a pan

Nothing says comfort like creamy rice pudding. Made with long grain rice, golden raisins, and drizzled with sweetened condensed milk, this recipe is similar to Mexican arroz con leche but with an Eastern European twist.

This baked rice pudding with condensed milk comes straight out of my grandmother’s cookbook. When I was a child, she used to gather the grandkids at her house and make it on a wood-burning stove. The smell that filled the house was unbelievable!

As an adult, I’ve modified the recipe slightly to be made in the oven. Unlike the stovetop, this allows the condensed milk to caramelize and create an irresistible crust. Yum!

Ingredients for Baked Rice Pudding

How to Make Rice Pudding with Condensed Milk

Making thick and creamy rice pudding with condensed milk only requires a few wholesome ingredients and a couple of simple steps. Find an overview of the recipe below before you dive in.

  • Make the Sweetened Milk: In a large saucepan, combine the milk, rice, sugar, butter, and salt. Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until the rice is tender and the milk is creamy.
  • Let the Pudding Simmer: Allow the pudding to simmer over low heat for around 30 minutes, making sure to stir it every now and again to prevent burning and sticking. Remove from heat and add the raisins vanilla extract and whisked egg.
  • Bake the Rice Pudding: Pour the rice pudding into a ceramic baking dish and drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top. Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
Eggs added to a pot with rice and raisins
Condensed milk in a baking pan with pudding
Baked Rice pudding in a pan

Tips for Making the Best Rice Pudding with Condensed Milk

Below, find a handful of pro tips to help you make the best rice pudding with condensed milk.

  • Use basmati rice. Basmati rice has a sturdy long grain and wonderful aromatics, making it the best rice for making rice pudding. Alternatively, you could use jasmine as the next best option.
  • Opt for Whole Milk. Nothing compares to the creaminess whole fat milk adds to the rice pudding. While you can use 2% or non-fat, it just doesn’t yield the same texture.
  • Bake until the condensed milk caramelizes. Allow the condensed milk to get lightly browned and bubbly before removing the rice pudding from the oven. You won’t regret it!
  • Stir the pudding frequently. To prevent the milk from burning and the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan, stir the rice pudding frequently as it cooks on the stovetop.
  • Add cinnamon. If you’re a huge fan of Mexican arroz con leche, add a tablespoon of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.

Storing Rice Pudding with Condensed Milk

  • Refrigerator: Store leftover rice pudding with condensed milk in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should keep fresh for up to five days.
  • Freezer: To keep rice pudding on hand for up to 3 months, store it in an airtight container in the freezer. When you’re ready, pull it out and let it thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating Tip: Reheat rice pudding in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through or zap it in the microwave for a minute or two.

Baked rice pudding on a plate

FAQ

What is the best kind of rice for rice pudding?

Basmati is the best rice for rice pudding. In a pinch, you could also use jasmine rice.

How do you thicken rice pudding without eggs?

If you want to thicken rice pudding without using eggs, cook it longer over low heat. This will release more of the starch from the rice and naturally thicken the pudding.

Should you rinse rice when making rice pudding?

Yes, you should always rinse rice before using it to make rice pudding. This removes any excess starch or debris leftover after it was milled.

Why is the rice hard in my rice pudding?

The rice in your rice pudding is hard because you didn’t cook it long enough. Remedy this by cooking it over low heat until the rice is fully cooked through.

How long does rice pudding last in the fridge?

Rice pudding lasts for up to 5 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

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Baked Rice Pudding with Condensed Milk

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Servings
9 servings
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 10 mins
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin
This recipe for baked rice pudding with condensed milk is speckled with golden raisins and lightly sweet. Pure comfort food!

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Combine 4 cups of milk, rice, sugar, butter, and salt in a large saucepan. Let the mixture simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from burning.
    Rice with butter and milk in a pot
  • Remove from heat and stir in the raisins, vanilla and whisked eggs.
    Eggs added to a pot with rice and raisins
  • Pour the rice pudding into a ceramic baking pan. Drizzle the condensed milk all over the top. Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
    Condensed milk in a baking pan with pudding
  • Serve warm and enjoy!
    Baked Rice pudding in a pan
Nutrition Facts
Baked Rice Pudding with Condensed Milk
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 193mg8%
Potassium 306mg9%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 27g30%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 352IU7%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 187mg19%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Posted December 15, 2021

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Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.