Maple Custard Rice Pudding

Baked rice custard is a favorite Chinese treat, usually served with dim sum meals. Also considered a great comfort food in North America. This version is delicious hot or cold.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 8-12

Ingredients

• 3  cups milk
• 3  cups  light cream (10%)
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup maple syrup
• 6  eggs
• 2  cups cooked long-grain rice (cooked in milk instead of water)
•  maple syrup, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Butter a 12-inch square casserole dish.
3. In a large bowl, combine the milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and eggs; mix well to ensure that the eggs are thoroughly incorporated.
4. Add rice and stir until well combined.
5. Pour mixture into casserole dish; bake until mixture is set and top is golden and bubbling (30-40 minutes) or for a slightly creamier consistency cook in a hot water bath for 40-45 minutes.
6. Serve hot or cold, drizzled with maple syrup.