Description
Coconut Rice Pudding is a heavenly dessert that wraps you in a creamy, sweet embrace with every spoonful. Made with simple ingredients like Arborio rice, coconut milk, and vanilla, this dish transforms into a comforting bowl of joy, perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests without the fuss. Whether served warm or chilled, its glossy finish and customizable toppings make it a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cans (13.5 oz each) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse Arborio rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk and water; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in sugar and salt until dissolved (about 1-2 minutes).
- Fold in rinsed rice and stir occasionally for 20-25 minutes until tender and creamy.
- Remove from heat; mix in vanilla extract and cinnamon if desired. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Serve warm or chilled, topped with fresh fruits or toasted coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg