Riz bi Haleeb Rice Pudding: A Home-Style Recipe
Sweets · Makes 6 servings · Published October 22, 2026
Rice pudding gains its creamy texture from gentle cooking and frequent stirring. A small amount of floral water is added only at the end.
A home-style variation, not our shop’s formula. These recipes have not been kitchen-tested by Syrian Sweets of America. Check ingredient labels for allergens and kosher suitability.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup short-grain white rice
- 1 cup water
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tsp orange blossom water
- 2 tbsp pistachios
- Cinnamon to finish
Method
- Rinse rice briefly. Simmer with water in a heavy pan for 10 minutes, until most water is absorbed.
- Add milk and cook over low heat for 25–35 minutes, stirring often, until rice is very soft and the mixture is creamy.
- Stir in sugar and cook another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add blossom water.
- Divide into cups. Serve warm or refrigerate promptly and chill. Finish with pistachios and a light sprinkle of cinnamon.
A better result
It thickens as it cools. Leave the pudding slightly looser in the pan than you want it in the serving cup.
Serve it together
Rice pudding is a gentle finish to a savory meal. Order ready-made cups when your stove is occupied with dinner.
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