Rice Pudding with Cinnamon
Prep time: 5 minutes - Cook time: 25 minutes - Total time: 30 minutes
Estimated total cost: $5.20 - Estimated cost per serving: $1.30 - Serves: 4
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice — $0.40
- 2 cups plant milk — $1.20
- 2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup — $0.15
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon — $0.05
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional — $0.10
- Pinch of salt — $0.02
- Optional: raisins or banana slices — $0.50
Estimated ingredient total: $1.92 to $2.42
Displayed website estimate: $5.20
Detailed Instructions
- Add the cooked rice, plant milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla if using, and salt to a small saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
- Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
- If it gets too thick, add a small splash of plant milk.
- Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Stir in raisins if using.
- Spoon into bowls.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Helpful Notes
- Leftover rice works perfectly here.
- This can be eaten warm in colder weather or chilled in warmer months.
- A little extra cinnamon on top makes it look nicer.
Price Note
Ingredient prices can vary by store, brand, and region, so these are planning estimates rather than exact totals.