Old-Fashioned Rice Custard: A Timeless Comfort Dessert
Old-Fashioned Rice Custard is a classic dessert that brings warmth and nostalgia with every bite. Creamy, rich, and subtly sweet, this custard combines tender rice with raisins in a smooth egg-based mixture. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a simple yet satisfying dessert, ideal for family dinners or as a cozy treat during colder months.
A Classic Baked Custard
This Old-Fashioned Rice Custard is easy to prepare and uses everyday ingredients. The custard bakes in a water bath, which ensures an even, creamy texture without any curdling. With just the right amount of sweetness and the subtle flavor of vanilla, this dessert is sure to become a favorite for those who enjoy traditional comfort foods.
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Serving: 6-8 people
- Equipment: 2-quart casserole dish, large baking pan
Recipe Title: Old-Fashioned Rice Custard
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup light raisins
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.
- Prepare the Custard Base: In the casserole dish, break the eggs and beat them slightly with a fork. Add the milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, and whisk until well combined.
- Add the Rice and Raisins: Stir the cooked rice and raisins into the egg mixture, ensuring that the rice is evenly distributed.
- Bake in a Water Bath: Place the filled casserole dish in a larger baking pan. Add enough hot water to the outer pan to come about halfway up the sides of the casserole dish. This water bath will help the custard bake evenly.
- Bake the Custard: Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Stir the custard once after 30 minutes to ensure even cooking. The custard is done when it is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the casserole from the water bath and allow the custard to cool slightly before serving.
Serve and Enjoy
This Old-Fashioned Rice Custard is best served warm, but it’s equally delicious chilled. The combination of creamy custard, tender rice, and sweet raisins makes for a comforting and satisfying dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.
