Brown Sugar Cinnamon Rice Pudding

Jun 15, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Creamy brown sugar cinnamon rice pudding in a small ceramic bowl with a spoon, garnished as in the recipe

Creamy stovetop rice pudding with fragrant cinnamon and rich brown sugar highlights, enhanced by pure vanilla for cozy flavor.

Prep 10 min

Cook 35 min

Total 45 min

Servings 6

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Ingredients

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¾ cup (150.0 g)short- or medium-grain white rice
4.0 cups (960.0 ml)whole milk
½ cup (110.0 g)packed brown sugar
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0cinnamon stick
½ tsp (1.3 g)ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch; drain well.
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, whole milk, brown sugar, fine sea salt, cinnamon stick, and half of the ground cinnamon. Stir gently to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the pure vanilla extract and the remaining ground cinnamon until fully incorporated.
Serve the rice pudding warm or at room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator if desired.

Tips

Use short- or medium-grain rice for a creamier texture as they release more starch.
Scrape the seeds from a vanilla bean instead of extract for a more intense vanilla aroma.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make brown sugar cinnamon rice pudding?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 6 servings.

How should I store brown sugar cinnamon rice pudding?

Store leftover rice pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.

Can I make brown sugar cinnamon rice pudding ahead?

Rice pudding can be made a day ahead and chilled; stir before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Creamy stovetop rice pudding with fragrant cinnamon and rich brown sugar highlights, enhanced by pure vanilla for cozy flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 6 servings this recipe makes.

263 Calories / serving

5.6g Fat

45.9g Carbs

7.0g Protein

26.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (6 servings): ~1578 cal · 34g fat · 275g carbs · 42g protein · 158g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 263 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 50 min·2.9 mi·~5850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 36 min·1.8 mi·~3600 steps
Moderate cycling 27 min·5.4 mi
Swimming laps 37 min
Jogging 26 min·2.2 mi·~4150 steps
Stair climbing 24 min·~2150 steps
Dancing 43 min
Bodyweight circuit training 27 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 61 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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