Warm, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet—this Creamy Rice Pudding with Sweetened Condensed Milk is a cozy classic made in just one pot! Simmered slowly with cinnamon sticks for extra flavor, it’s rich, comforting, and finished with plump raisins for the perfect touch of sweetness. Serve it warm or chilled—either way, don’t be surprised if you find yourself going back for another spoonful (or three)!
Add 4 cups of milk and 1 cup of rice to a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to medium and let simmer for 10 minutes, continuing to stir.
Add 10 oz of sweetened condensed milk to the pot and bring back to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for 10 minutes stirring frequently.
Use a spoon or tongs to carefully remove the cinnamon sticks and discard them.
Pour 12 oz of evaporated milk, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg, a 1/4 spoon of salt and 2/3 cup of raisins to the pot and stir to combine.
Continue to simmer over low heat or heat to where the milky mixture is bubbling but not boiling. A low simmer and continue to stir frequently so the now heavier rice won't settle and burn on the bottom. Simmer for about 12-15 minutes and remove from the heat when you can begin to see the rice just starting to peek out over the surface of the milk mixture when not stirring
Remove the rice pudding from the heat and let cool uncovered for about 20-30 minutes. During this time the rice pudding will thicken.
Serve warm or chilled with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.
Notes
Storage:Once cooled, store in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Or freeze for up to 2 months. Ensure that if freezing that you store in a larger container to allow room for expansion as the rice pudding freezes.Reheat stove top or in the microwave once thawed.