Milchreis (German Rice Pudding) Recipe (2024)

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Almost all cuisines around the world have their own version of rice pudding. A classic sweet dish made out of rice and a few other ingredients like sugar and cinnamon, it's always a comforting meal. This delicious German take on it makes for a creamy and perfectly sweet recipe that can be eaten as a breakfast, snack, and sometimes as lunch or dinner when served with additional fruit, apple sauce, or fruit compote. Our milchreis is the perfect alternative to your morning oatmeal or a great option for a warm dessert.

Although the origin of rice pudding is uncertain, China and India dispute their claims, as both places have an ancient rice-based culture. It's evident how it became ubiquitous, as no matter where you are, you can get a rice pudding. Spain, Portugal, Bulgaria, Thailand, Britain, and the United States, among many other countries, all have multiple recipes for it—with different spices, liquids, and cooking methods. Milchreis is made by cooking rice on the stovetop in milk with sugar and vanilla. Contrary to what you might think, using milk rather than cream makes for a creamier rice pudding.

In Germany, rice pudding is often found premade in grocery stores, but making it at home is very easy, too. Long- and medium-grain white rice are the best choices, but Arborio or short-grain white rice is also good. Arborio will make a thicker, stickier rice pudding. Brown rice is an alternative, though it will need to be cooked longer and won't be as creamy as the white rice version.