Instant Pot Rice Pudding (video)
This classic rice pudding recipe is made with the touch of a button. The rice pudding is soft, creamy and sweet with a hint of coconut and vanilla. Just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to cook are all you need to make this dreamy dessert. 
What is rice pudding?
Rice pudding is a dish made with rice, milk and/or water and sweetened with sugar. It’s cooked until it reaches a thick porridge-like consistency and can be served warm or cold. Depending on the origin, sometimes flour or cornstarch is added to help thicken the mixture. Butter or eggs can be added for richness and often spices, dried fruit or nuts are added as well.
Why this recipe is so great:
- Simple ingredients – This instant pot rice pudding recipe is just milk, rice, sugar, coconut milk (or table cream if you prefer), and vanilla.
- No eggs – There are no eggs in this recipe which saves on calories and there is no fussing with tempering, but you still get the richness from the coconut milk.
- Set it and forget it – You just throw everything in your Instant Pot presser cooker and set it to cook for 15 minutes, that’s it!
- You’re going to love this recipe and here is what some of my readers have to say:
“I’d give this recipe 10 stars if I could! Made as written and it was absolutely PERFECT! Thank you for the great recipe.” – Jennifer
“Best rice pudding ever! I used all of the instructions but used Arborio rice, half and half (for whole milk) and cream. Delicious!!!!!” – Mary Ann
“I just made this! OMGOSH, it’s delish! I made it just as stated in the recipe, added raisins to it. We’re in heaven!!” – Tracey
How to make Instant Pot rice pudding:
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh colander until the water runs clear.
- Place the rinsed rice and sugar in the Instant Pot. Pour in the milk and stir everything together.
- Lock the lid and select the Porridge setting on high pressure for 15 minutes of cooking time.
- When the timer beeps, allow the pressure to release slowly for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, press the Cancel button and open the vent. When de-pressurized, open lid.
- Gently stir in the coconut milk and vanilla. The pudding will thicken as it cools. Feel free to add more coconut milk or cream if needed.
Substitutions and variations:
- Rice – You can use any kind of long or medium white rice for this recipe like Jasmine, Basmati, Arborio or Valencia. I personally like Jasmine rice because of its fragrance and it goes so well with the coconut flavor.
- Coconut milk – I love the taste of coconut milk and the richness it adds to the rice pudding, but if coconut is not your thing, you can substitute it with table cream (10-18% M.F) instead.
- Spices – You can add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg when cooking the rice or you can sprinkle it on top when serving.
- Add-ins – Feel free to add some dried fruit like raisins, currants, chopped apricots or cranberries.
- Toppings – Fresh fruit like berries and diced mangoes pair really well with this rice pudding. A sprinkle of toasted coconut is lovely too.
How to store rice pudding:
Can you freeze rice pudding?
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This easy rice pudding is creamy and has an enjoyable glutinous texture. It has a sweet vanilla taste. The coconut milk, it gives it a tropical flair and adds more depth in flavor. A sprinkle of cinnamon adds a little spice and warmth. Feel free to personalize it with your favorite add-ins and toppings.
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Instant Pot Rice Pudding
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4-6
- Category: dessert, breakfast
- Method: instant pot
- Cuisine: American
Description
This classic rice pudding recipe is made with the touch of a button. The rice pudding is soft, creamy and sweet with a hint of coconut and vanilla.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (750ml) whole milk
- 3/4 cup (140g) long or medium grain rice (I used jasmine rice)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (250ml) canned coconut milk or table cream (plus more if needed)
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- Cinnamon for sprinkling if desired
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh colander until the water runs clear.
- Place the rinsed rice and sugar in the Instant Pot. Pour in the milk and stir everything together.
- Lock the lid and select the Porridge setting on High for 15 minutes.
- When the timer beeps, allow the pressure to release slowly for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, press the Cancel button and open vent. When de-pressurized, open lid.
- Gently stir in the coconut milk and vanilla. The pudding will continue to thicken as it cools. Feel free to add more coconut milk or cream if needed. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
How to store rice pudding:
How to freeze rice pudding:
Substitutions and variations:
- Rice – You can use any kind of long or medium white rice for this recipe like Jasmine, Basmati, Arborio or Valencia. I personally like Jasmine rice because of its fragrance and it goes so well with the coconut flavor.
- Coconut milk – I love the taste of coconut milk and the richness it adds to the rice pudding, but if coconut is not your thing, you can substitute it with table cream (10-18% M.F) instead.
- Spices – You can add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg when cooking the rice or you can sprinkle it on top when serving.
- Add-ins – Feel free to add some dried fruit like raisins, currants, chopped apricots or cranberries.
- Toppings – Fresh fruit like berries and diced mangoes pair really well with this rice pudding. A sprinkle of toasted coconut is lovely too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 301
- Sugar: 22.7 g
- Sodium: 134.9 mg
- Fat: 12.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 42.3 g
- Protein: 6.3 g
- Cholesterol: 13.5 mg
This post was originally published on Feb 19th, 2018 and has been recently updated with new pictures and more information.
I just made this! OMGOSH, it’s delish! I made it just as stated in recipe, added raisins to it. We’re in heaven!!
I’m so glad you’re in rice pudding heaven, lol. Thank you for your rave review!
I have made this twice now in my instapot on porridge setting on high and for some reason it just does not want to thicken, i have followed the recpie exactly and don’t know why it still stays runny when it cools, any ideas as to why?
Hi Julie,
Sorry the rice pudding didn’t thicken for you. Did you use raw rice or cooked rice?
Do you have to use coconut milk or cream? My boyfriend doesn’t like coconut..
Hi Nicole,
If your boyfriend doesn’t like coconut, you can use 15% or 18% table cream instead. I hope you both enjoy the rice pudding!
Great recipe! I’m amazed by how easy it is to make. I like my desserts less sweet than most people do, so I only used a third cup of sugar. I also used half white sugar, half brown, and added a little nutmeg. Kept everything else the same, and I thought it was perfect.
Great to hear, Katy! I’m glad you found the recipe so easy. Thank you for your kind words:)
Best rice pudding ever! I used all of the instructions but used Arborio rice, half and half (for whole milk) and cream. Delicious!!!!!
Wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for your rave review, Mary Ann. Glad you liked it, and have a great day!
Hi Lili, I am a newbie and this is only the third recipe I’ve tried. I just made this dish and it was so easy and delicious! I used skim milk for cooking the rice and then I used some left over egg nog instead of the coconut milk, wow! I did get a little scorching at the bottom of the pot even when using the porridge setting. Is that supposed to happen? Have you tried cooking the rice in water and then adding the coconut milk? Thank you so much for your assistance!
Nice touch with the eggnog! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. It’s been awhile since I’ve made this, but I think there was a little browning at the bottom which happens with the Instant Pot. No I have not tried cooking the rice in water. I always make my rice pudding with milk because I prefer the creaminess from the milk. I hope that helps and please feel free to email me anytime with questions. Happy New Year!
I made this today and it was so delicious and easy. I added a cinnamon stick to it while it cooked. I used a vanilla almond/cashew milk instead of whole milk since I can’t have dairy and it turned out great! Thank you for such a simple delicious recipe!
You’re very welcome, Christina! I’m glad you like it and thank you for your wonderful feedback. Have a happy New Year!
Made it today. Only thing added was nutmeg. Turned out great. The coconut milk was a nice touch!
Thank you very much, Darrell! I’m glad you liked it. Enjoy and have a very happy New Year!
I have a 8qt instant pot, if I double the recipe
How long would I cook it?
The cooking time doesn’t change based on this article https://www.hippressurecooking.com/halve-or-double-pcs/ just don’t go over half full. I hope that helps and enjoy!
To make a dairy free do you think I could replace the whole milk with almond milk? Or should I just increase the coconut milk?
I would substitute the whole milk with almond milk to make it dairy-free. The coconut milk would make it too rich. I hope you enjoy!
I’d give this recipe 10 stars if i could! Made as written and it was absolutely PERFECT! Thank you for the great recipe.
You’re very welcome, Jennifer! Thank you for your rave review:)
Can I use arborio rice? This sounds delicious!
Thx
Yes, you can use arborio rice in this recipe. Please note, arborio rice has a firmer texture, but if that’s what you prefer, feel free to use it. Enjoy and have a lovely day!
So quick to make and delicious to eat!
Will this work with 2% milk? I only have that and not whole milk.
Hi Angelina,
Yes, you can use 2% milk. Feel free to email me back if you have any other questions, and I hope you enjoy the rice pudding!
When you say coconut milk do you mean the kind from a can or the kind in the refrigerated section with the other milk? Also, do you think raisins would be OK to add? If so would that change any other ingredients? Thanks!
Hi Melissa,
I’m referring to canned coconut milk, and yes you can add raisins to this recipe. No need to change any other ingredients, simply stir in the raisins at the end with the vanilla and coconut milk. I hope you enjoy this recipe and please feel free to email me back if you have any other questions:)
I don’t have a porridge setting on my Instant Pot. Do I just use Manual high for 15 minutes? This looks fabulous and I’d like to make some for my Mother’s 75th birthday coming up next week.
Yes, you do exactly that. Enjoy and happy 75th birthday to your mom!
What is “table cream”
Any kind of cream that is between 10-18% fat. It can also be known as coffee cream. I hope that helps, and please feel free to email me back if you have any other questions. Enjoy and have a great weekend!
I need to make this for my kids. Thank you for sharing your delicious rice pudding at Fiesta Friday!
You’re very welcome. Enjoy!
Sounds great but what if you don’t have an Instant pot is there another way to make ???
You can also make it in a pressure cooker with the same method. If you don’t have a pressure cooker either, you can make it over a stovetop on low heat until the rice is done. I hope that helps and feel free to email me back if you have any other questions:)
What setting do I use for my pressure cooker? i have either ricr & grains or other setting is dessert so not sure which would be best?
I’m not familiar with your pressure cooker, so I would go with the manual setting on high pressure for the same amount of time. I hope that helps and please feel free to email me back if you have any other questions.
Sounds and looks gorgeous! Stumbled:)