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You'll love this Eggnog Rice Pudding with Chocolate Drizzle if you are looking for a leftover eggnog recipe. Make this eggnog breakfast to get in theholiday spirit, or make it with leftover eggnog. This Eggnog Rice Pudding will warm you up on a coldwinter morning. Perfect for Christmas breakfast.

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Even though I'm already on my second Decemberin London, I'm still learningabout the differences between the US and UK. For example, in the US, winter starts on the Winter Solstice (December 21 / shortest day of the year), but in the UK, they go by the meteorological date of December 1.

Or that come Christmas, supermarkets here don't line every aisle with candy canes. Youcan find them, but they don't come in every single combination offlavor, size, and shape that you wouldfind in the US.

Bring on the holiday spirit with this eggnog breakfast

And the latest thing I've noticed is cartoned eggnog seems to be anotherrarity here. I haven't seen any line the shelves of the grocery stores. And the one carton I didbuy here was imported from the US.

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But eggnog is a holiday staple food in my mind. It's one of those foods that makes Christmas feel like Christmas.

Truth be told, I am not a huge fan of drinking eggnog. I love my annual mug, but once I get that Christmas craving out of me, I usually have leftover eggnog to use up.

Think of leftover eggnog as a thick rich cream filled with holiday spices that is perfect to add to recipes

And that's when the best part happens. Eggnog is a fantastic ingredient to use in cooking.

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Think of eggnog as a thick rich cream filled with all the Christmas spices. It's a perfect ingredient to use to add a bit of Christmas spice to so many foods.

Use leftover eggnog in rice pudding to make it extra creamy

One of my favorite things to make with leftover eggnog is this Eggnog Rice Pudding. Eggnog is a great ingredient to add in rice pudding because it makes it so rich and creamy.

Ever since I made eggnog rice pudding for the first time, I'm hooked. Eggnog should be a staple ingredient in every rice pudding recipe.

So if you don't feel like drinking thatleftover eggnogin my fridge, what do you do? Cook with it! Make this extra creamy Eggnog Rice Pudding for breakfast.

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How to make Eggnog Rice Pudding

Eggnog Rice Pudding isvery easy to make. Everything goes into one pot.

But it does take some patience to make. The rice needs to simmer long enough to achieve the correct consistency, and you need to add the liquids in three steps.

First you add the water. Second, you add the milk and spices. Last, you mix in the eggnog.

Adding the liquid in stages helps the rice cook more evenly. And by adding the eggnog last, you preserve the flavors of it.

I'm sure you won't have any trouble making this easy eggnog rice pudding for breakfast, but one last tip. Make sure you stir frequently, so the rice and milk don't burn on the bottom of the pot.

Other eggnog breakfast ideas to use leftover eggnog

You can make so much with eggnog. I share my creamy eggnog rice pudding recipe below, but you can also make these delicious eggnog breakfast ideas:

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Eggnog Rice Pudding for Christmas Breakfast (GF)

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Serves: 6

Cook: 45 minutes mins

Total: 45 minutes mins

This Eggnog Rice Pudding is a warm and comforting way to start a December morning. Make it to get in the holiday spirit, or make it with leftover eggnog! Either way, this Eggnog Rice Pudding will warm you up on a cold winter morning. Also perfect for Christmas breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water (480 milliliters)
  • 1 cup arborio rice (220 grams)
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 milliliters)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (30 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (30 grams)
  • teaspoon nutmeg
  • teaspoon allspice
  • 1 bourbon vanilla bean
  • 1 cup eggnog (250 grams)
  • Melted chocolate - for serving (optional)
  • Honey - for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add in the rice and salt, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, until the water is just about all absorbed.

  • Stir in the milk, sugars, nutmeg and allspice. Slice the vanilla pod in half and scrape out as much of the seeds as you can into the rice pudding. Add the vanilla pod into the rice pudding to steep. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes, until most of the milk is absorbed and the rice pudding has thickened. Make sure you simmer it on low heat so you don't burn the milk.

  • Stir in the eggnog, and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, for an additional 10 minutes.

  • Remove from heat. Remove and discard the vanilla pod. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. The rice pudding will continue to thicken as it cools.

  • If using, drizzle on melted chocolate or honey before serving.

Course: Oats and Grains

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Eggnog Rice Pudding

Special Diet: Gluten Free

Author: The Worktop

Cal : 239kcal

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

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  1. John Rhoe says

    Eggnog Rice Pudding - Extra Creamy (easy recipe) (GF) | The Worktop (8)
    Try making instant vanilla pudding with egg nog!
    Top it with hot fudge sauce.

    Reply

  2. Kim says

    Eggnog Rice Pudding - Extra Creamy (easy recipe) (GF) | The Worktop (9)
    Tina jui;
    Hi,i love all kinds of rice pudding,but being a diabetic and lactose intolerant i can only drink lactose free milk,almond coconut milk and and i can use the light eggnog and light coconut in a can.I can't use sugarhoney or maple syrup in your rice pudding recipe.
    I am now drinking faire life 2% milk.Can i use this milk,coconut milk,almond milk,rice dream milk,stevia,vanilla extract,in your rice pudding recipe with the spices?
    I am going to make your christmas rice pudding in 7 months from now then the grocery store will have the light eggnog on their shelves.
    Kim

    Reply

    • Tina Jui says

      Hi Kim, I think it's definitely worth trying! I haven't made it with those specific changes before, so as always, use your best judgment and enjoy the recipe.

      Reply

  3. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says

    Oh my gosh I love this! We're in an eggnog crazy right now and this sounds PERFECT!

    Reply

  4. Allie says

    This looks absolutely great. I can't believe I've never thought of adding a bit of chocolate to rice pudding, it sounds so good.

    Reply

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FAQs

What kind of rice is best for rice pudding? ›

Rice - I've tried all sorts of rice types and uncooked medium grain is by far the best for rice pudding, followed by risotto rice. Risotto rice (arborio) - needs extra liquid, add 1 cup (250ml) water into the saucepan with milk, and cook for 1 hr 20 minutes.

Is rice pudding good for you? ›

You've got to love that it's made from simple ingredients like rice, milk, sugar and eggs. While this is a dessert, it does offer some nutritional benefits, including almost 10 grams of protein and 15 percent of the daily recommendation for bone-building calcium per cup.

How to make Jamie Oliver's rice pudding? ›

Method. Put the rice, milk, 200ml of water, half the maple syrup or honey and the vanilla into a large pan. Give it a good stir, then place the pan on a very low heat. Cook gently for around 45 minutes, or until thick and creamy, stirring regularly.

Should you rinse rice before making rice pudding? ›

To Rinse or Not to Rinse Rice

While we've mentioned before that this dessert gets its perfectly creamy texture from the starch that is released when the grains are cooking, we do suggest a rinse for this recipe in order to wash off excess debris and added starch.

What makes rice pudding thicken? ›

The Best Rice for Rice Pudding

In general, the shorter the grain, the higher the starch content...and it's starch that helps thicken this pudding and make it so creamy.

Is rice pudding good for the elderly? ›

A great source of fibre, calcium and protein, a small portion of rice pudding can make a great snack for older adults. It takes a while to cook a batch of rice pudding up from scratch, but it keeps in the fridge for 3-5 days or can be frozen in bags of individual portions to make it last longer.

What is the healthiest pudding to eat? ›

Healthy pudding recipes
  • Chocolate chia pudding. A star rating of 4.2 out of 5. ...
  • Slow cooker rice pudding. A star rating of 3.2 out of 5. ...
  • Healthy spiced rice pudding. A star rating of 3.2 out of 5. ...
  • Mini summer puddings. ...
  • Juicy Lucy pudding. ...
  • Sweet & fruity Yorkshire pudding. ...
  • Slow cooker spiced apples with barley.

Is rice pudding better cold or warm? ›

Over time, with sufficient stirring, the rice hydrates, gelatinizes, and releases starch into the surrounding liquid, thickening the mixture to a pudding-like consistency. The dessert can be enjoyed warm or cold, but in most cases it's left to cool completely before serving.

Why is my rice pudding mushy? ›

I don't recommend any other type of short-grain or quick-cooking rice for rice pudding, as it tends to result in a mushy pudding with this long-simmering recipe. Milk – Whole, full-fat 3.5% b.f. milk is best for rice pudding.

What to serve with rice pudding? ›

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and sweet mandarin segments for a brilliant brunch that the whole family will love.

Why is my rice pudding still hard? ›

As a result, the rice in the pudding can become firm and hard when it cools down. It's a natural process that occurs with certain types of rice. To prevent this, you can try adding a bit more liquid or cream to the rice pudding before refrigerating it. This may help maintain a softer texture when you enjoy it later.

What are the ingredients of Ambrosia rice pudding? ›

  • Full Cream Milk,
  • Skimmed Milk,
  • Whey (Milk),
  • Rice (9%),
  • Sugar,
  • Total Milk content 72%

How to make rice pudding nigella? ›

Preheat the oven to 150'C. Put the rice and golden raisins in an oven proof dish. Stir together the evaporated milk, sugar and normal milk and pour over the rice. Put in the middle tray of the oven and stir after half an hour, put back in the oven for another hour and then remove.

Why is my store bought rice pudding watery? ›

Pudding is usually runny because it has been stored in the refrigerator for too long or in an open space.

What is traditional rice pudding made of? ›

Rice pudding is a creamy mixture of rice and milk that is cooked until it's thick and soft. It can be sweet or savory. This raisin-studded dessert rice pudding is thickened with an egg, sweetened with sugar, and enhanced with vanilla.

What is a good substitute for pudding rice for rice pudding? ›

Converted white long grain rice, Jasmine, Basmati or Arborio Rice all all good choices for rice pudding that starts with uncooked rice.

Why is pudding rice different? ›

A specific type of rice is available and widely used for rice pudding, called pudding rice. Similar to Arborio rice, its grain is round and short, and when cooked produces a creamier consistency than savoury rice. However, other short grained rice can be used as a substitute.

What rice is best for rice pudding reddit? ›

You need starchy rice, like risotto rice, because you want a creamy rice pudding. You can still make it creamy by adding milk or a milk alternative as you cook the rice. I recommend adding some honey and vanilla and serving it with quality fruit jam.

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