Description
Discover the best way to make creamy coconut rice pudding with easy steps and rich flavors Perfect dessert recipe for a tropical treat craving
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup Arborio rice
4 cups full-fat coconut milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: toasted coconut flakes
Optional: chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Rinse the Arborio rice under cold water for a minute until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Combine the rinsed rice and coconut milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a soft simmer, avoiding vigorous boiling. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in sugar, salt, and vanilla extract once simmering and continue stirring every few minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and let the pudding cook gently for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender and thick like custard.
- Taste and cook a few minutes longer if needed. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm or chilled with optional toasted coconut flakes or chopped pistachios.
Notes
Creamy coconut rice pudding is a comforting and exotic dessert featuring Arborio rice cooked in full-fat coconut milk with a fragrant hint of vanilla. This simple yet indulgent treat offers a velvety texture and deliciously creamy flavor perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250 calories
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Keywords: coconut rice pudding, creamy dessert, easy rice pudding recipe, vegan dessert, gluten-free pudding
