Rijstpap

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Rijstpap, a traditional Belgian rice pudding made with creamy whole milk, sweet sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a delightful breakfast treat any day of the week.

• 1 cup short-grain rice
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ground cinnamon to taste for serving

Method

1. 1

   Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, whole milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking.

4. 4

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.

5. 5

   Stir in the vanilla extract (if using) and remove the cinnamon stick.

6. 6

   Serve warm or chilled in individual bowls, sprinkled with ground cinnamon on top.