Silly Cake Orzo Pudding Dessert (Printable Version)

Creamy orzo pudding with cake flavors and colorful holiday sprinkles, ideal for festive occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Orzo Pudding Base

01 - 1 cup orzo pasta
02 - 3 cups whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Cake Flavor Mix

06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted

→ Whimsical Finish

10 - 1/2 cup colorful holiday sprinkles, plus extra for topping
11 - Whipped cream, for serving

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium saucepan, bring the whole milk, granulated sugar, and kosher salt to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
02 - Add the orzo pasta and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, until the orzo is tender and the mixture thickens to a creamy pudding, about 15 to 18 minutes.
03 - Reduce the heat to low and stir in the unsalted butter until fully melted.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, combine vanilla extract, almond extract, baking powder, and sifted all-purpose flour.
05 - Gradually whisk the cake flavor mix into the pudding base, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and thick.
06 - Remove from heat. Fold in 1/2 cup of colorful holiday sprinkles, reserving extra sprinkles for garnish.
07 - Spoon the pudding into serving bowls or glasses and allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
08 - Top each portion with whipped cream and a generous amount of additional sprinkles before serving.

# Important Notes:

01 - For a richer result, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream if desired.
02 - Almond extract enhances cake flavor but may be omitted according to preference.
03 - Incorporate white or dark chocolate chips for increased decadence.
04 - Serve warm for comfort or chilled for a refreshing dessert.