Baked Rice Pudding Unni Riisipuuro Recipe

Indulge in this comforting and delicious Baked Rice Pudding (Unni Riisipuuro), a traditional Finnish dessert inspired by Beatrice Ojakangas' beloved Finnish Cookbook. This creamy, subtly spiced rice pudding is baked to perfection, offering a taste of Finnish-American heritage. Legend says a hidden almond brings good luck! Perfect for a cozy night in, or a festive Christmas celebration. Discover why this recipe is a family favorite – even sleep-promoting benefits! (Note: One family member vehemently disagrees, so you've been warned!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 324.5 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 3.9 (10 Reviews)
Baked Rice Pudding Unni Riisipuuro 94

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Rice Pudding Unni Riisipuuro

  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 4 tbsp melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 whole blanched almond
  • generous dollop of light cream (for serving)
  • generous dollop of whipped cream (for serving)

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How to Make Baked Rice Pudding Unni Riisipuuro

  1. Cook 1 cup of rice according to package directions.
  2. Drain the cooked rice thoroughly and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups of milk, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, ¾ cup of sugar, 4 large eggs, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Gently stir in the cooked rice and pour the mixture into a well-buttered 2-quart casserole dish.
  5. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup of sliced almonds and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the pudding.
  6. Bake in a preheated moderate oven (350°F or 175°C) for approximately 1 hour, or until the pudding is set and golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Once the pudding is out of the oven, gently press a whole blanched almond into the pudding and cover the indentation with some of the pudding mixture.
  8. Let the rice pudding cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled, topped with a generous dollop of light cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

33g

Carbs

12g

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