Description
This Slow Cooker Rice Pudding recipe delivers a creamy, comforting dessert that’s easy to prepare with minimal effort. Made with short or medium-grain rice, rich whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened with sugar, it cooks slowly to achieve a luscious texture. Optional cinnamon and raisins add warmth and sweetness, making it a perfect cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- ¾ cup uncooked white rice (short-grain or medium-grain)
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
Flavor Additions
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing slow cooker)
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with 1 tablespoon of butter to prevent the rice pudding from sticking during cooking.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add ¾ cup uncooked white rice, 4 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir gently to evenly combine all ingredients.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on HIGH heat for 2 to 3 hours or on LOW heat for 4 to 5 hours. If possible, stir the pudding every 45 to 60 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Finish the Pudding: Once the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a creamy consistency, stir in 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract. Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and ½ cup raisins if desired. If the pudding becomes too thick, stir in a splash of warm milk to adjust the consistency.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the pudding sit uncovered for about 10 minutes to allow it to thicken slightly as it cools. Serve warm or chilled according to your preference.
Notes
- Use short-grain or medium-grain rice for the creamiest texture; long-grain rice will not work as well.
- Stirring occasionally during cooking helps prevent the rice from sticking to the slow cooker and promotes even cooking.
- Adjust the thickness by adding milk after cooking if the pudding is too thick for your liking.
- This pudding can be served warm or chilled; chilling will cause it to thicken further.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and cream with coconut milk, but expect a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 5 hours (depending on heat setting)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: slow cooker rice pudding, creamy rice dessert, easy rice pudding, homemade rice pudding, slow cooker dessert
