Ingredients

• ¾ cup uncooked white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream (optional but makes it richer)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
• ¼ cup raisins (optional)
• 2 tbsp sugar for the caramelized top

Instructions

1. Cook the rice
   In a saucepan combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
2. Heat milk mixture
   Add milk, cream, sugar, butter, and salt to the cooked rice. Cook over low heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring often until creamy.
3. Prepare eggs
   In a bowl beat the eggs. Slowly add a few spoonfuls of the hot rice mixture while stirring (this prevents the eggs from scrambling).
4. Combine
   Pour the egg mixture back into the pot. Add vanilla, cinnamon, and raisins if using.
5. Bake
   Pour into a buttered baking dish or ramekins. Sprinkle 2 tbsp sugar on top.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until the top turns golden and slightly caramelized.

Tip

Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving — it thickens and becomes extra creamy.

You can serve it warm or chilled, and many people add nutmeg, cinnamon, or a little brown sugar on top.