Cinnamon Rice Pudding

Jul 11, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Creamy cinnamon rice pudding made with medium-grain rice, infused with a cinnamon stick and rich vanilla bean paste for deep flavor, cooked gently on the stovetop until luxuriously thick and tender.

Prep 10 min

Cook 40 min

Cooling 5 min

Total 55 min

Servings 6

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Ingredients

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¾ cup (150.0 g)medium-grain white rice
4.0 cups (960.0 ml)whole milk
⅓ cup (67.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)vanilla bean paste
1.0cinnamon stick
½ tsp (1.0 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt

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Instructions

Rinse the medium-grain rice in cold water until the water runs clear; drain well.
In a heavy 3-quart (3 L) saucepan, combine the milk, rinsed rice, granulated sugar, fine sea salt, and the cinnamon stick.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered, stirring every few minutes, until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy, about 35 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the vanilla bean paste and ground cinnamon. Discard the cinnamon stick.
Let the pudding rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

Tips

Stir the pudding frequently while cooking to prevent the rice from sticking and scorching the bottom.
Use vanilla bean paste for an intense vanilla flavor and tiny vanilla flecks visible in the pudding.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cinnamon rice pudding?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 40 minutes of cooking, plus 5 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 6 servings.

How should I store cinnamon rice pudding?

Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the texture.

Can I make cinnamon rice pudding ahead?

The pudding can be made a day in advance; prepare and cool, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (5 g). 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 cinnamon rice pudding made with medium-grain rice, infused with a cinnamon stick and rich vanilla bean paste for deep flavor, cooked gently on the stovetop until luxuriously thick and tender.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 6 servings this recipe makes.

236 Calories / serving

5.6g Fat

39.5g Carbs

6.9g Protein

20.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (6 servings): ~1416 cal · 34g fat · 237g carbs · 41g protein · 121g sugar

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

Per serving · 236 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 32 min·1.6 mi·~3200 steps
Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 33 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 38 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 55 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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