SAEDNEWS: Rice Pudding is a delicious dessert that is also given to babies after the age of six months. After six months, when a baby can begin to eat foods other than breast milk, rice pudding is one of the best and healthiest foods you can prepare for your baby. Here, we aim to teach you how to prepare rice pudding for your baby.
According to SAEDNEWS, Rice pudding for babies over 5 months old is highly effective for weight gain and can serve as a healthy and nutritious food for infants. When starting complementary feeding, rice pudding is one of the best and healthiest options for babies after 5 months. However, introducing complementary foods should be done with caution to prevent allergies and sensitivities. This complementary food is prepared using rice flour, almond syrup, and milk, which can be breast milk, formula, or cow's milk.
4 cups of milk
8 tablespoons of sugar
4 tablespoons of rosewater
4 tablespoons of rice flour
2 teaspoons of breakfast cream
To make rice pudding, first pour the milk into a saucepan and add the sugar. Stir with a spoon until the sugar is completely dissolved. Gradually add the rice flour to the milk, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Place the saucepan on low heat and continue stirring until the milk starts to boil. Then reduce the heat and keep stirring regularly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom. As you stir, you will notice the milk thickening and becoming more consistent.
Once it reaches this stage, it’s time to add the rosewater. Stir it in, and when the pudding becomes thick and reaches your desired consistency, turn off the heat. Add the cream and stir until it dissolves. Remove the saucepan from the heat and continue stirring, as the pot is still hot and the pudding may burn if left unattended while cooling. Once ready, transfer the rice pudding to a dish and enjoy!
Adding cream is optional, but it helps to make the texture of the rice pudding smooth and soft.
After cooling, you can add a bit of saffron to the pudding to give it a two-tone color.
Add the rosewater at the end to preserve its fragrance.
If the pudding becomes too thick, it may crack on the surface.
One common issue that many people face is that when rice pudding is taken out of the fridge, it has separated and become watery. To avoid this, let the rice pudding cool slowly at room temperature before placing it in the fridge.
While cooking, make sure to stir constantly, as it can settle at the bottom, and if you don’t stir, it may form lumps in the pudding.
Instead of sugar, you can also use powdered sugar or honey. Be sure to use high-quality rice flour for the best results.
