Rice pudding often gets a bad rap, but this version is here to change minds. It’s cold, creamy, softly sweet, and seriously delicious. The sushi rice gives it the perfect tender bite, while the vanilla bean paste infuses every spoonful with warm, fragrant sweetness.

But let’s be honest-the star of the show is the cardamom-stewed plums. They cook down into a luscious, spiced compote that’s equal parts tart and sweet, with just the right hit of warmth from the cardamom. It’s the kind of topping that turns a simple pudding into a dessert you’ll want to make on repeat.