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Greek Rice Pudding (Rizogalo) with Cinnamon

A creamy and comforting gluten-free Greek rice pudding flavored with cinnamon and lemon zest. A classic dessert that's also great for breakfast.

50m4 servings
Contains dairy
300 cal|8g protein|50g carbs|8g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Arborio rice
  • 4 cups Milk
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. 2In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, and sugar.
  3. 3Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for about 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the pudding has thickened.
  4. 4Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. 5Pour the rice pudding into serving bowls.
  6. 6Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve warm or chilled.

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