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A rich, creamy slow cooker rice pudding dessert made with simple ingredients including milk, instant rice, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. This comforting dessert takes 10 minutes to prep and 2 to 3 hours to cook, serving about six people. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled and customized with various mix-ins.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups instant rice (uncooked)
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp butter, diced

Instructions

  1. Pour 4 cups whole milk and ½ cup granulated sugar into the crock pot and stir to combine.
  2. Add 1.5 cups instant uncooked rice, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; stir to combine.
  3. Scatter 2 tablespoons diced butter evenly over the top of the mixture.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

Notes

Use short-grain rice like Arborio or Minute Rice for best creaminess., Vanilla is added at the end to enhance fragrance., Mix-ins like raisins, chopped apples, cinnamon apples, chocolate, coconut flakes, dried cherries, pears, jam, cranberries, dates, or nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts) can be added for variety., For reheating, warm gently with a splash of milk or cream to maintain creaminess., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days., Freeze leftovers up to 1 month; thaw in fridge overnight and stir well to restore texture., Avoid boiling when reheating to prevent toughening rice or breaking dairy.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
  • Category: Dessert

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 250 calories per serving
  • Fat: 6g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 35g per serving
  • Protein: 8g per serving