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Few desserts deliver comfort quite like a warm bowl of homemade rice pudding. With its creamy texture, gentle sweetness, and nostalgic flavor, rice pudding has been a cherished family dessert for generations.
This Slow Cooker Creamy Rice Pudding transforms just three simple pantry ingredients into a rich, velvety dessert with almost no effort. Simply combine everything in your slow cooker, let it simmer gently, and return a few hours later to a warm, comforting treat that tastes like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen.
Perfect for chilly evenings, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a simple homemade dessert, this recipe proves that the best comfort foods are often the simplest.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Only 3 Ingredients
No complicated shopping list required.
Easy Slow Cooker Method
Minimal hands-on time and no need to stand over the stove.
Rich and Creamy Texture
Whole milk and slow cooking create a luscious, custard-like consistency.
Budget-Friendly Dessert
Made with inexpensive pantry staples.
Family Favorite
A timeless dessert that appeals to both kids and adults.
Servings
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked medium-grain or short-grain white rice (not instant rice)
- 6 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Optional for Serving
- Powdered sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Fruit preserves or jam
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with butter or a neutral cooking oil to help prevent sticking.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients
Add the rice, milk, and sugar to the slow cooker.
Stir thoroughly until the sugar begins dissolving and the rice is evenly distributed.
Step 3: Cook Slowly
Cover and cook on LOW for approximately 2½ to 3½ hours.
If convenient, stir every 45 to 60 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking around the edges.
Step 4: Check for Doneness
The rice pudding is ready when:
- The rice is fully tender
- The mixture has thickened noticeably
- The texture is creamy and velvety
Keep in mind that rice pudding will continue to thicken as it cools.
Step 5: Rest Before Serving
Turn off the slow cooker and give the pudding one final stir.
Allow it to rest, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.
If the pudding becomes too thick, stir in a small amount of additional milk until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 6: Serve
Spoon the warm pudding into individual bowls.
Finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar and serve immediately.
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