Best 7 Traditional British Ground Rice Pudding Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Traditional British Ground Rice Pudding: A Culinary Delight**

Indulge in the comforting goodness of traditional British ground rice pudding, a classic dessert with a velvety smooth texture and a delightful creamy flavor. This iconic dish holds a special place in British cuisine and is often enjoyed as a warm and cozy treat on chilly evenings. Prepared with simple ingredients like ground rice, milk, sugar, and a touch of nutmeg, this pudding delivers a comforting taste that is both nostalgic and satisfying. Our collection of recipes offers variations on this classic, including a baked version with a golden crust and a slow cooker version that allows for effortless preparation. Whether you prefer a traditional stovetop method or the convenience of modern appliances, we have the perfect recipe to suit your needs. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the timeless charm of this beloved British dessert.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MARY BERRY'S CLASSIC RICE PUDDING



Mary Berry's Classic Rice Pudding image

Rice pudding is a classic British dessert that never seems to fall out of favour. This traditional version, as seen on the BBC2 series Mary Berry Everyday, is guaranteed to hit the spot.

Provided by Mary Berry

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 1

Steps:

  • 1. You will need a 1.6-litre (2¾-pint) wide-based ovenproof dish, well greased. Preheat the oven to 160°C/140°C fan/Gas 3. 2. Tip the rice into the dish. Heat the milk in a saucepan (see tip) and pour over the rice, then add the sugar and stir to combine. 3. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes. Stir gently and sprinkle with a dusting of nutmeg, if you like. Continue cooking for a further 1¼-1½ hours until a golden skin has formed on top and the rice is soft and tender underneath. Serve hot. MARY'S EVERYDAY TIPS: Full-fat milk gives the best rich flavour, though semi-skimmed would be fine too. If you only have semi-skimmed, add a little less and make up the full amount with cream. Heating the milk gets the cooking going.

TRADITIONAL BRITISH GROUND RICE PUDDING



Traditional British Ground Rice Pudding image

This recipe was on the side of a Whitworth's Brand Ground Rice packet. I've hunted for ages to try and find the old recipe I used to have when I was small and this looks like it. I've not tried it yet (will probably do the microwave version (also on the packet) which I'm adding next). Should be very nice. My mum used to add a few drops of vanilla essence, a 'knob' (a bit cut off the corner of a slab...) of butter and an egg white (possibly the whole egg, - can't remember :). She also used to add a little nutmeg and a little cinnamon and mix them in before putting in the oven dish to bake.

Provided by Ethan UK

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

50 g rice flour (Coarse, available packaged as 'Ground Rice' here in the UK)
600 ml 1% low-fat milk (my mum would have used whole milk)
25 g caster sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 Centigrade / 400 Fahrenheit / Gas Mark 6 and grease a bake-proof dish.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan and sprinkle on the Ground Rice.
  • Stirring continuously, heat on a low heat bring to a boil until it thickens. Simmer for a further 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the sugar. (My mum would have probably used a bit more than 25g - sweet tooth!).
  • Pour into greased bake-proof dish.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly brown.

TRADITIONAL RICE PUDDING



Traditional rice pudding image

An oldie but a goodie, this is one of the best and simplest of all puds. You just need to serve this rice pudding with a blob of jam for sheer comfort food heaven. The little bit of milk powder in the mix is an old trick that makes the pudding especially creamy.

Provided by Paul Hollywood

Categories     Desserts

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

60g/2¼oz pudding rice
600ml/20fl oz full-fat milk
1 tbsp skimmed milk powder
2 tbsp caster sugar
1 thin strip lemon rind
freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
15g/½oz unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
jam, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 150C/300F/Gas 2.
  • Wash the rice and drain in a sieve, then put it into a wide ovenproof dish, at least 1 litre/1¾pint capacity. Pour in the milk. Add the milk powder, caster sugar and lemon rind and stir together. Grate some nutmeg over the top and dot with the butter.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 2-2½ hours, or until the pudding has a golden-brown skin and the rice is tender and creamy (the longer you give it, the more thick and sticky it will become).
  • Serve warm, with a blob of your favourite jam on top.

EASY TRADITIONAL BRITISH RICE PUDDING



Easy Traditional British Rice Pudding image

This creamy, hot, traditional rice pudding is the ultimate comfort food and not just in winter. This is a year-round favorite and so easy to make.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon/25 grams butter (for greasing the dish)
3 cups/850 milliliters whole milk
1 cup/285 milliliters double cream (heavy cream)
1 vanilla pod (split)
4 ounces/110 grams short-grain white rice (about 2/3 cup)
4 teaspoons/25 grams golden caster sugar (or superfine white sugar)
2 strips of lemon zest
Ground nutmeg (for topping, preferably whole grated)
Serving suggestion: poached pears , roasted rhubarb, or homemade jam

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Heat the oven to 300 F/150 C.
  • Lightly butter a 1.25-liter ovenproof pudding dish or an 8 x 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Combine the milk and cream in a saucepan. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod using the back of a knife. Add the seeds to the pan and stir to disperse them. Drop in the vanilla pod. Heat the milk and cream through very gently; do not let it boil.
  • Move the pan off the heat and leave the milk to infuse for 5 minutes. Remove the vanilla pod.
  • Spread the rice and sugar in the buttered dish. Pour the warmed milk over it and stir thoroughly. Add the lemon strips and stir again.
  • Grate a thick layer of nutmeg to generously cover the top.
  • Place the dish on a baking sheet and carefully put it in the center of the preheated oven. Bake the pudding for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until it turns creamy and thick and forms a skin of nutmeg on top.
  • Let the pudding cool and set for about 15 minutes. Serve the rice pudding on its own or with stewed fruit such as poached pears or roasted rhubarb. You could also add a dollop of homemade jam on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 98 mg, Sugar 14 g, Fat 35 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TRADITIONAL BAKED ENGLISH RICE PUDDING



Traditional Baked English Rice Pudding image

A proper rice pudding is smooth & creamy with just a hind of spices. Serve it with a spoonful of thick cherry jam or icecream. You can also add more spice or less depending on taste

Provided by mortarandpestle

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

600 ml whole milk
1 vanilla bean
1/2 cup short-grain rice
3 tablespoons caster sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Pour the milk into a pan and add the vanilla bean pod. Bring to simmering point, then remove from heat, cover and leave to infuse for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 150°C.
  • Put the rice and sugar in an ovenproof dish. Strain the milk over the rice, discarding the vanilla pod Add the spices and stir to mix, then dot the surface with butter.
  • Bake uncovered for 2 hours. After about 40 minutes, stir the surface skin into the pudding, and repeat this after a further 40 minutes.
  • Allow the pudding to finish cooking for the final 40 minutes without stirring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.4, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 29.9, Sodium 100, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 17.3, Protein 6.5

TRADITIONAL BRITISH GROUND RICE PUDDING (MICROWAVE VERSION)



Traditional British Ground Rice Pudding (microwave Version) image

This recipe is the microwave version which was on the side of a Whitworth's Brand Ground Rice packet along with the Baked version that I'm more familiar with. I've hunted for ages to try and find the old recipe I used to have when I was small and this looks like it. I'm sure my mum used to add a few drops of vanilla essence, a 'knob' of butter (a bit cut off the corner of a slab) and an egg white (possibly the whole egg, - can't remember :). She also used to add a little nutmeg and a little cinnamon and mix them in before cooking. Nice served hot or chilled with jam (jelly). IMPORTANT NOTE: Although originally listing as 'untried', since then I've actually made this version. The recipe as shown here is as it was shown on the packet. No Microwave power rating was given so timings must be assumed to be dependent on your machine. ALSO A WARNING: When I made it, once it boiled, it rose up to the top of the dish. Fortunately I was watching at the time so I stopped the microwave. In the end I found it necessary from that point to cook it on the defrost setting until it was suitably thick. (My machine has only Off/On/Defrost buttons - it's very old!). Took about the same amount of time - somewhere around 10 minutes overall. Notwitstanding that minor shock, it was absolutely wonderful to eat. Similar to semolina pudding, but much, much nicer. I added a couple of drops of vanilla flavor, a dash of nutmeg and a very small pinch of cinnamon before putting in the microwave and would recommend doing the same. Served as I did with a manually home-made coarse puree of fresh strawberries (and sweetener) and dollop of 'sweetenered' Greek-style yoghurt then sprinkled liberally with cinnamon. Absolutely heavenly! - I'll be making this a lot!!

Provided by Ethan UK

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

50 g rice flour (coarse, available packed as 'Ground Rice' in the UK)
600 ml 1% low-fat milk (my mum would have used whole milk)
25 g caster sugar (To Taste)

Steps:

  • Place 50g ground rice and 50ml of the milk into a large microwaveable bowl and mix to a smooth paste.
  • Gradually add the rest of the milk and mix.
  • Cook on full power for 5 minutes, and then stir well.
  • Cook for a further 2 minutes and stir.
  • Cook for a further 2 minutes and mix in the sugar.
  • Leave to stand for 2 minutes.
  • "An additional stir before serving would be beneficial".

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 66.4, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 14.1, Protein 5.8

CLASSIC RICE PUDDING



Classic rice pudding image

Have this creamy rice pudding cooking in the oven while you make dinner and round off your meal with a comforting pud. Serve with jam for a feel-good treat

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

butter, for the dish
130g pudding rice
70g caster sugar
2 tsp vanilla bean paste or 1 vanilla pod, split and seeds scraped out
800ml whole milk
170ml double cream
grating of nutmeg
fruit jam of your choice, to serve (strawberry or apricot work well)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3 and butter a 1.5-litre baking dish. Put the pudding rice, sugar, vanilla, milk and cream in a bowl and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and grate over a generous layer of nutmeg. Bake for 1 hr 30 mins until a brown skin has formed on top and the rice is cooked and tender.
  • Leave to cool slightly, then scoop the warm pudding into bowls and serve with a dollop of jam on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 0.3 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use good quality short grain rice, as it has a higher starch content and will give the pudding a creamier texture.
  • Soak the rice overnight in cold water. This will help to remove any impurities and make the rice more tender.
  • Use full-fat milk for a richer flavour and texture.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the milk before boiling. This will help to enhance the flavour of the pudding.
  • Stir the pudding constantly while it is cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
  • Add the sugar and spices to the pudding once it has thickened. This will help to prevent them from curdling the milk.
  • Pour the pudding into a greased baking dish and bake in a preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  • Serve the pudding warm or cold, with your favourite toppings such as custard, cream, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Ground rice pudding is a classic British dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple and easy-to-make dish that can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it plain or with added flavours such as spices, fruits, or nuts, ground rice pudding is a delicious and comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Related Topics