Pour this 1 mixture over raw rice into a slow cooker for a warm winter treat that hits different.

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Slow Cooker Creamy Rice Pudding

This easy slow cooker rice pudding turns simple pantry ingredients into a warm, creamy, comforting dessert. You simply combine the rice with a sweet, spiced milk mixture and let the slow cooker gently cook everything until the rice is tender and creamy.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup raisins, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with a little butter or cooking spray to help prevent sticking.
  2. Add the rice: Pour the uncooked rice evenly into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Make the mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
  4. Combine: Pour the milk mixture over the raw rice. Add the raisins if you’re using them and stir gently to distribute everything evenly.
  5. Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for about 2½–3½ hours, stirring once or twice during cooking. The rice should become tender and the mixture should thicken into a creamy pudding.
  6. Check the consistency: If the pudding is thicker than you prefer, stir in a little warm milk until it reaches the consistency you like.
  7. Let it rest: Turn off the slow cooker and allow the pudding to sit for about 10 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools slightly.
  8. Serve warm: Spoon the pudding into bowls and sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon or nutmeg before serving.

Helpful Tips

Use regular white rice rather than quick-cooking rice for the best texture. Keep an eye on the pudding toward the end of cooking because slow cookers vary in temperature. Stirring occasionally also helps prevent the rice from sticking and promotes even cooking.

Serving Ideas

Serve this rice pudding warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon, chopped nuts, raisins, or a drizzle of honey. It can also be chilled and enjoyed as a cold dessert.

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