Slow Cooker Creamy Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup uncooked white rice
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• Ground nutmeg for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray.
2. Add the uncooked rice, milk, heavy cream, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and butter to the slow cooker. Stir everything together well.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking to keep the rice from sticking.
4. When the rice is soft and the pudding is thick and creamy, stir in the vanilla extract and raisins if using.
5. Let the pudding sit uncovered for about 10 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
6. Serve warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top. You can also chill it in the refrigerator for a cold creamy dessert.

Tips

• For extra richness, replace 1 cup of milk with evaporated milk.
• Add shredded coconut or chopped nuts for more texture.
• If the pudding becomes too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
• Arborio rice makes the pudding even creamier.

Serving Ideas

• Top with caramel sauce
• Add fresh berries or banana slices
• Sprinkle with toasted almonds
• Serve with whipped cream