A delightful twist on the classic rice pudding, enhanced with creamy textures and warm spices.
Combine the cooked rice, milk, sugar, butter, raisins, and half of the cinnamon in a pot.
Stir the mixture well to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until it thickens.
Keep an eye on the pot to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest, mixing thoroughly.
Adding the vanilla and zest at the end preserves their fresh flavors.
Spoon the pudding into serving dishes and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon.
Serve warm for a comforting dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat.