Despite its name, Glorified Rice isn’t just a salad or a pudding—it’s a charming fusion of both. Its light texture and sweet-tart pineapple flavor make it a refreshing counterpoint to heavier meals. Best served chilled, it’s a make-ahead favorite that evokes warm memories and retro appeal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 (15 oz) cans crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- maraschino cherries, for garnish
How To Make Glorified Rice
- Add 2 cups of water to a small pot and bring to a boil. Stir in rice and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- As rice cooks, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
- Once rice is fully cooked, uncover and stir. Let sit for 10 minutes to cool.
- Transfer rice to a large serving bowl and mix in pineapple, marshmallows, and sugar until well combined, then gently fold in whipped cream.
- Cover and chill for 3-4 hours.
- Garnish with cherries before serving.
