Strawberry Rice Pudding Delight

Strawberry Rice Pudding Delight
📝 Ingredients
For the Rice Pudding:
1 cup short-grain rice (or any rice you have)
2 cups water
3 cups milk
½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
For the Strawberry Layer:
2 cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Toppings:
Whipped cream
Extra fresh strawberries
Crushed biscuits or nuts
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Rice
In a pot, combine rice and water
Cook on medium heat until water is absorbed and rice is tender
2️⃣ Make the Pudding
Add milk, sugar, and salt to the cooked rice
Simmer on low heat, stirring often, for 15–20 minutes until thick and creamy
Stir in vanilla extract
Let cool slightly
3️⃣ Prepare the Strawberry Layer
In a saucepan, combine:
Strawberries
Sugar
Lemon juice
Cook for 5–8 minutes until soft and slightly jammy
Let cool
4️⃣ Assemble the Dessert
In serving glasses or a dish:
Add a layer of rice pudding
Add a layer of strawberry mixture
Repeat layers if desired
5️⃣ Chill & Serve
Chill for 1–2 hours for best flavor
Top with whipped cream or fresh strawberries
🍽️ Tips for Best Results
Use whole milk for extra creaminess
Stir frequently to prevent sticking
Adjust sugar depending on how sweet your strawberries are