Rice pudding with red fruits

Name: Rice pudding with red fruits
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Rice for risottos 0.8 cup; Whole milk 2.1 cups; Sugar 8 tbsp; Strawberries 0.3 cup; Blueberries 0.3 cup; Raspberries &frac13; cup; Sugar 5 tbsp

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Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Luisa Orizio

Rice pudding has this incredible way of bringing people together—especially in those Italian kitchens where traditions run deep. In Italy, risolatte is that cozy, creamy rice pudding you'll see at family gatherings, or just as a little treat after dinner. Pretty simple to make. This traditional dessert stands out for its ease, using basics like rice, milk and sugar—just like the nonne did. And here's the thing: the real fun starts when the tender rice soaks up all that sweet milk, giving you a warm, moist bite every time.

But, you know, adding a topping of red fruits—like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries—gives this classic a fresh twist. The tangy pop of berries against the sweet pudding? It's honestly kind of exciting. Plus, it’s a great way to add color and nutrition to something that already feels so so cozy and homemade.

Many in Italy have their own spin on risolatte. Some regions mix in things like saffron for that golden hue, or pumpkin during the fall. But this version with red fruits keeps it simple and really really brings out the best in a rice pudding that’s already comforting as it is. For sure. People love how this dessert recipe works for any time—breakfast, a snack, or dessert—because it’s not too heavy and always feels a bit special. The creamy texture is what people remember, and that burst of fruit on top makes it feel new every time.

Compared to some other rice desserts, risolatte with berries just seems fresher and more fun, especially for kids or anyone who enjoys a mix of flavors. Italians just have a knack for turning even the most basic pantry ingredients into something that feels like a treat, and this easy rice pudding is one of those dishes that gets passed around at family tables for a reason. Try out some other toppings too—whatever’s in season works—and see how a classic comfort food dessert can always have a little twist. And look, it's seriously good.

INGREDIENTS

For the rice pudding (for 4 glasses of 6.4 oz): Rice 0.8 cup (150 g) - for risottos; Whole milk 2.1 cups (500 g); Sugar 8 tbsp (100 g)

For the red fruit sauce: Strawberries 0.3 cup (50 g); Blueberries 0.3 cup (50 g); Raspberries ⅓ cup (50 g); Sugar 5 tbsp (60 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Rice pudding with red fruits

To prepare the rice pudding with red fruits, start by pouring the milk 1 and sugar 2 into a saucepan, stir and bring to just below boiling. At this point, add the rice 3.

Continue cooking, stirring over low heat for about 30 minutes, until the rice has absorbed all the milk: you should achieve a creamy consistency 4. Divide the mixture into 4 glasses each with a capacity of 6.4 oz 5 and place in the refrigerator to set 6.

In the meantime, focus on the red fruit sauce: wash the strawberries and cut them into pieces depending on the size 7. Pour the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries into a saucepan 8 along with the sugar 9.

Cook over medium heat for about ten minutes 10. At this point, take the glasses from the refrigerator and garnish the surface with the sauce obtained 11. Your rice pudding with red fruits is ready to be enjoyed 12!