Torta di Riso Sammarinese
A delightful baked rice pudding cake, often flavored with lemon zest and sometimes liqueur, offering a comforting and subtly sweet dessert experience characteristic of San Marino's culinary traditions.
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Arborio rice
- 750 ml Whole milk
- 200 g Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 large lemon Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 tbsp Butter(for greasing the dish)
- 2 tbsp Almonds, chopped(optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp Rum or Alkermes liqueur(optional, for flavor)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, combine Arborio rice, milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened, about 20-25 minutes.
💡 Tip: Stir frequently to prevent sticking. - 2
Remove from heat and let the rice mixture cool slightly. Stir in the sugar, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and optional liqueur.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole eggs and egg yolks until well combined.
- 4
Gradually temper the egg mixture by whisking in about half a cup of the warm rice mixture. Then, pour the tempered egg mixture back into the remaining rice mixture, whisking constantly.
💡 Tip: Tempering is crucial to avoid cooking the eggs. - 5
Grease a 20-23 cm (8-9 inch) round baking dish or pie pan with butter. Pour the rice and custard mixture into the prepared dish.
- 6
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (it should not be jiggly).
💡 Tip: A knife inserted into the center should come out clean. - 7
Let the Torta di Riso cool completely before slicing and serving. Garnish with chopped almonds if desired.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the rice mixture while it's cooking.
- ✓If you can't find Alkermes, rum provides a good alternative flavor.
- ✓This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Torta di Riso with Candied Citron
- Torta di Riso with Amaretti Biscuits
- Savory Torta di Riso (less common but possible)