🍚 Slow Cooker Rice Pudding | A Warm & Creamy Winter Dessert

If you’re looking for an easy, comforting dessert, this Slow Cooker Rice Pudding is the perfect choice. Made with creamy milk, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon, it’s a cozy treat that’s perfect for chilly days.

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📝 Ingredients

* 1 cup short-grain rice (uncooked)

* 4 cups whole milk

* 1 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)

* ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)

* ½ cup raisins

* 1 tsp vanilla extract

* 1 tsp ground cinnamon

* Pinch of salt

* 2 tbsp butter

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Grease the slow cooker with butter.

2. Add the rice, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and raisins.

3. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

4. Cover and cook on Low for 2½–3 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking.

5. Once the rice is tender and the pudding is creamy, turn off the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.

6. Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or your favorite chopped nuts.

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💡 Tips

* 🥛 Use whole milk for the creamiest texture.

* 🍇 Replace raisins with dried cranberries or chopped dates if desired.

* 🌰 Top with toasted almonds or pistachios for extra crunch.

* 🍯 Swap sugar for honey after cooking for a natural sweetness.

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⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

* Prep Time: 10 minutes

* Cook Time: 2½–3 hours

* Servings: 6