Instant Pot Rice Pudding
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4.9
Instant Pot Rice Pudding
Description
The recipe begins by rinsing rice to remove excess starch, preventing gumminess. Long-grain white rice such as basmati or jasmine is preferred for a light, fluffy texture. The rice is pressure cooked with milk, water, a pinch of salt, and warm spices like cinnamon and freshly grated nutmeg to infuse flavor.
After cooking, a natural pressure release allows the rice to finish absorbing the liquid gently. Sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract are stirred in at the end, providing creamy sweetness without scorching during cooking. The resulting pudding is smooth and fragrant, with subtle warm spice notes.
The pudding is best served warm but can also be chilled. Using the manual pressure cook setting rather than the rice function ensures proper cooking time and texture. Adjusting milk and water ratios affects the consistency, while rinsing rice ties the texture together.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1¼ cups water
- 1 cup long-grain rice Basmati or short grain white rice will also work
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Rinse rice well, using a fine mesh colander, and let it drain well.
- Add milk, water, a pinch of salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the Instant Pot.
- Add rice to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
- Put the lid on, seal it, and close the vent. Pressure cook for 10 minutes.
- Once done, do a 10-minute natural Pressure Release.
- After 10 minutes, press Cancel to turn off the Instant Pot and open the vent to release the remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and add the sweetened condensed milk. Add half, taste, and see if more is needed, and add vanilla extract. Stir well until thoroughly combined and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Long-grain white rice (basmati or jasmine) works best for a light texture; avoid short-grain or arborio for this recipe.
- Do not use the rice function on the Instant Pot; use manual settings for ideal results.
- Rinse rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and keep pudding smooth.
- Natural pressure release is important for proper texture, letting the rice absorb liquids slowly.
- Add sweetened condensed milk after cooking to prevent scorching and maintain creaminess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 156mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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