Island Rice Pudding
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with Island Rice Pudding, a creamy and dreamy dessert infused with the exotic richness of coconut milk and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This indulgent recipe marries tender jasmine or basmati rice with the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple, creating a luscious treat that's both comforting and refreshing. Finished with optional toppings of shredded coconut and fresh mango slices, this pudding is a perfect balance of creamy decadence and tropical flair. Whether served warm or chilled, Island Rice Pudding is an easy and flavorful way to bring a taste of the islands to your table. Perfect for weeknight desserts or special occasions, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite. Enjoy an effortless 5-minute prep time and let the simmering magic do the rest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (preferably Jasmine or Basmati)
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup crushed pineapple (canned, with juice)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for topping)
- fresh mango slices (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the pudding from becoming gummy.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Stir to mix thoroughly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan, allowing the rice to cook for 20-25 minutes. Stir every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and avoid burning.
Once the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened, stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Fold in the crushed pineapple (along with its juice) and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the pudding cool slightly. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled. Garnish with shredded coconut and fresh mango slices for an extra tropical touch, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 769 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.8 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1252 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
