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Put uncooked rice in a slow cooker with these 4 ingredients. It’s like heaven in a bowl.

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Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Rice Pudding (Easy, Cozy, and Creamy)

Few desserts feel as soothing as a steaming bowl of rice pudding when the temperatures drop. This slow cooker rice pudding is a wonderfully simple, old-fashioned treat that tastes like cozy nights at home and family get-togethers. Best of all, it uses just five basic ingredients and cooks gently in the crockpot with minimal effort—perfect when you want a warm, comforting dessert without extra work.

Put uncooked rice in a slow cooker with these 4 ingredients. It’s like heaven in a bowl.

How to Serve Rice Pudding

This pudding is delicious straight from the slow cooker, but it’s also easy to dress up:

  • Add whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic finish
  • Sprinkle toasted almonds or walnuts for a little crunch
  • Serve alongside hot tea or coffee for a cozy dessert moment

Recipe: Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Rice Pudding

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
  2. Place the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon into the slow cooker.
  3. Stir well so everything is evenly combined.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 4–5 hours, until the rice is soft and the mixture becomes thick and creamy. Stir occasionally to help prevent sticking.
  5. Stir once more before serving, then enjoy warm.

Variations & Helpful Tips

  • Dairy-free option: Swap the milk for almond milk or coconut milk.
  • Add fruit: Stir in a handful of raisins or dried cranberries for a sweet, chewy twist.
  • Extra sweetness: Finish with a drizzle of caramel sauce or honey.
  • More spice: A pinch of nutmeg or cardamom adds deeper, warmer flavor.