Turkish Rice Pudding
Turkish Rice Pudding, known as ‘Sütlaç,’ is a creamy, dreamy dessert that embodies comfort in every spoonful. With its luscious texture and hints of vanilla and cinnamon, this traditional treat transforms any occasion into a celebration. Perfectly versatile, it can be served warm or chilled and garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nuts to impress your guests. Whip up this easy-to-make delight, and embrace the warm embrace of nostalgia with each bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 1 cup short-grain rice (Arborio or sushi rice)
- 4 cups full-fat milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Stir in 4 cups of milk, sugar, and the cinnamon stick. Increase heat slightly and bring to a gentle boil while stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat again and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes until thickened; stir often to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Adjust sweetness if desired.
- Transfer pudding to serving bowls and allow it to cool before garnishing with additional cinnamon or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg