Creamy Orzo Pudding
A creamy, comforting dessert that tastes remarkably like rice pudding, but made with orzo pasta! It's a simple, sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4
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Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo (uncooked)
- 3.5 cups milk
- 1 large egg yolk egg yolk
- 1 large egg egg
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon plus extra for garnish
- 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat orzo and milk in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
- Once simmering, reduce heat to medium-low and stir occasionally for 15 minutes, or until orzo is cooked.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolk, egg, sugar and salt.
- Slowly whisk the egg mixture into the orzo mixture and heat over medium-low stirring constantly until the mixture starts to thicken.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Can be served warm or chilled.
Notes
This creamy orzo pudding is a delightful and unexpected dessert. The texture is wonderfully smooth, and the hint of cinnamon adds a warm, comforting flavor. It's best served slightly warm or chilled, making it versatile for different preferences.