Portuguese Rice Pudding (Kenwood Cooking Chef)

This is one of the most beloved desserts in Portugal, and it’s easy to see why. It's a simple, creamy, and comforting dessert that can be served after a casual family meal or on a more special occasion, such as a birthday party. It's also a dessert strongly associated with the Christmas season!

While this recipe is naturally easy to prepare in the traditional way, making it with the Kenwood Cooking Chef simplifies the process even further. Simply set the time and speed and let the machine do the work while you focus on other tasks. It’s the perfect solution for those with a busy, active lifestyle who don’t want to give up homemade cooking.

If you love Portuguese desserts, check ou this easy and creamy Serradura (Portuguese sawdust pudding), Creme brulee, Rabanadas (Portuguese French toast) or this delicious Farófias (Portuguese dessert).

HOW TO MAKE PORTUGUESE RICE PUDDING

Step 1: Add the milk, rice, cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and salt to the bowl.

Step 2: Attach the stainless steel stirring tool and cook for 16 minutes at 100ºC (200ºF) on the lowest speed.

Step 3: Next, add the granulated sugar and cook for 10 minutes at 100ºC (200ºF) on the lowest speed.

Step 4: Remove the lemon peel and the cinnamon stick. Pour the rice pudding into individual bowls.

Step 5: Decorate with cinnamon powder, let cool to room temperature, and serve.

RECIPE TIPS

1. One of the most important things is choosing the right rice, medium-grain rice works best for this recipe of rice pudding due to their higher starch content, which helps create a creamy texture and to absorb the flavors much more.

2. Always cook the rice with the bowl covered and at the lowest speed to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the bowl.

HOW TO STORE PORTUGUESE RICE PUDDING

Allow the rice to cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container. You can store the rice in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Portuguese Rice Pudding (Kenwood Cooking Chef)

This classic Portuguese rice pudding is a creamy dessert, gently scented with lemon and cinnamon. Each spoonful offers a comforting blend of flavors, making it a timeless homemade dessert. It's a traditional dessert that spans generations and proves that the simplest recipes are often the most delicious!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Desserts, Quick & easy, Recipes, Rice
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 8 bowls
Prep Time:4 m
Cook Time:26 m
Total Time:30 m
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INGREDIENTS
• 200 grams (1 cup) medium-grain rice
• 800 ml (3 1/2 cups) milk
• 200 grams (about 1 cup) granulated sugar
• Lemon peel
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Cinnamon powder for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Add the milk, rice, cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and salt to the bowl.
2. Attach the stainless steel stirring tool and cook for 16 minutes at 100ºC (200ºF) on the lowest speed.
3. Next, add the granulated sugar and cook for 10 minutes at 100ºC (200ºF) on the lowest speed.
4. Remove the lemon peel and the cinnamon stick. Pour the rice pudding into individual bowls.
5. Decorate with cinnamon powder, let cool to room temperature, and serve.
Portuguese Rice Pudding (Kenwood Cooking Chef)
Nutrition facts
Serves 8 bowls
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 123
Total Fat 1 g(1%)
Saturated Fat 0.5 g(3%)
Cholesterol 4 mg(1%)
Sodium 2445 mg(106%)
Total Carbohydrate 30.5 g(11%)
Protein 2.5 g