Maple Rice Pudding

Aug 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Creamy maple rice pudding in a small ceramic bowl with a spoon, garnished as in the recipe

This maple rice pudding offers a creamy, comforting dessert with the warm sweetness of pure maple syrup, enriched by real vanilla extract and tender short-grain rice simmered to perfection.

Prep 10 min

Cook 40 min

Cooling 5 min

Total 55 min

Servings 6

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Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (150.0 g)short-grain white rice
4.0 cups (960.0 ml)whole milk
⅓ cup (80.0 ml)pure maple syrup
¼ tsp (1.0 g)fine sea salt
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine the rinsed rice, whole milk, and fine sea salt in a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy.
Stir in the pure maple syrup and pure vanilla extract, continuing to cook and gently stir for another 5 to 10 minutes until the pudding thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice pudding rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve warm or chilled as preferred.

Tips

Stir frequently during cooking to avoid rice sticking and scorching on the bottom of the pan.
Use pure vanilla extract for a clear vanilla flavor that complements the maple syrup without overwhelming it.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make maple 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 maple rice pudding?

Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or enjoy cold.

Can I make maple rice pudding ahead?

Prepare the pudding up to a day in advance and refrigerate; stir well 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.

This maple rice pudding offers a creamy, comforting dessert with the warm sweetness of pure maple syrup, enriched by real vanilla extract and tender short-grain rice simmered to perfection.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 6 servings this recipe makes.

245 Calories / serving

5.6g Fat

41.5g Carbs

6.9g Protein

22.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (6 servings): ~1470 cal · 34g fat · 249g carbs · 41g protein · 134g sugar

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

Per serving · 245 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 33 min·1.7 mi·~3300 steps
Moderate cycling 25 min·5.0 mi
Swimming laps 34 min
Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
Stair climbing 23 min·~2050 steps
Dancing 40 min
Bodyweight circuit training 25 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 57 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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