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This classic rice custard recipe gets a little oomph from molasses.

In my world the ultimate rice custard recipe has a silky custard top and sweet rice base. It is not to be confused with rice pudding, a creamy cousin.

This is a slight variation of the rice custard recipe I grew up with. I add a little molasses and reduce the sugar. The end result is a lightly sweet custard that suits breakfast as much as dessert.

Mom would often make this custard for dessert when we had leftover rice from a previous meal. I always loved it, but used to pick around the raisins. These days I appreciate the raisins for their bright flavour and added texture to balance the rice. (I use Thompson raisins in this recipe.)

Recipe tips:

• I use 1% milk in my custard but you could use whole milk for a richer flavour and texture. As well, I always use leftover basmati rice. Brown rice is good too. 
• As for cooking time, you want to cook it long enough that the custard is set but you don’t want the custard to lose it’s silky texture. You’ll know it’s done when the centre is set but still jiggles slightly. Insert a knife in the centre. The custard is ready when the knife comes out clean.

Do you prefer puddings? Try our Gingerbread Pudding recipe or our Sticky Toffee Pudding. 

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Make this recipe delicious with Crosby's Molasses.