Best 12 Easy Coconut Rice Pudding Recipes

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Coconut rice pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a popular dish in many parts of the world, and there are many different variations on the basic recipe. Whether you are looking for a classic coconut rice pudding or something with a bit of a twist, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. This article will provide you with a guide to finding the best recipe for easy coconut rice pudding, taking into account factors such as flavor, texture, and ease of preparation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY COCONUT MILK RICE PUDDING



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This easy and delicious simple rice pudding is made with all organic ingredients, loaded with coconut milk, vanilla, and nutmeg for such a comforting treat! For a vegan version, omit the eggs, and use almond milk in place of the dairy and replace butter with vegan buttery sticks. Both versions are quite delicious! Just make sure to let the pudding cool to room temperature to let pudding set and then place in refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours. Enjoy!

Provided by awakenedone

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes     Rice Pudding Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups water
1 ½ cups basmati rice
3 cups coconut milk
1 ½ cups raw sugar
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 cup whole milk
2 eggs, beaten
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (15 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained and chopped
1 cup raisins, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Combine rice, coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pudding is thick and creamy, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir milk and eggs into pudding, stirring constantly to keep pudding from sticking, at least 2 minutes.
  • Remove pudding from heat and stir butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg into pudding until thoroughly mixed. Fold peaches and raisins into pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.6 calories, Carbohydrate 72.2 g, Cholesterol 51.8 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.7 g, Sodium 138.4 mg, Sugar 43.6 g

COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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This rice pudding from our Test Kitchen has a hint of citrus and a mild coconut flavor. Look for unsweetened coconut milk in the Asian aisle of your grocery store.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium grain rice
2-1/4 cups water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups whole milk
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the rice, water, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, salt and lemon zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. , Stir in the milk, condensed milk, coconut milk, raisins and vanilla. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until thick and creamy, stirring frequently. Discard cinnamon sticks. Sprinkle coconut over pudding. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts :

COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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Get the recipe for Coconut Rice Pudding.

Provided by Paige Grandjean

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups whole milk
2 cups water
0.75 cup uncooked Arborio rice
0.33 cup granulated sugar
1 (13.5-oz.) can unsweetened coconut milk
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
Chopped fresh mango

Steps:

  • Stir together milk, water, rice, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium. Bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 22 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, cinnamon, and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until creamy, about 10 minutes. Serve topped with chopped mango.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 305 mg, Sugar 23 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 4 (serving size, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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Never given rice pudding a shot? It's tough to go wrong with coconut milk, so this super simple recipe is a perfect way to try it out. Smooth coconut milk, nutmeg, and vanilla combine for a creamy and comforting bowl.

Provided by KateInPhilly

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (15 ounce size) coconut milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Combine the coconut milk and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil. Add the rice and cook until it returns to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and let simmer for 35-40 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg. Serve warm or chilled.

EASY COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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This coconut rice pudding is a great use for leftover rice. My kids love it!

Provided by Victoria Andrus

Time 11m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups leftover cooked rice
1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place leftover rice in a sauce pan; add coconut milk over top. Stir in sugar, coconut oil, butter, vanilla, and salt.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot, about 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.4 calories, Carbohydrate 57.5 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 106.3 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

ORANGE COCONUT RICE PUDDING WITH HOMEMADE VANILLA SUGAR



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup jasmine rice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Two 15-ounce cans coconut milk (not lite)
5 tablespoons Vanilla Sugar, recipe follows
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 cups granulated sugar
2 vanilla bean pods

Steps:

  • Add the rice, salt, 1 can of coconut milk and 1 1/2 cups water to a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and cook until almost all of the liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the Vanilla Sugar, orange zest and remaining can of coconut milk to a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a low simmer, stirring regularly, until the sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Once the mixture is at a simmer, turn off the heat.
  • After the rice has cooked for 18 minutes, add the coconut milk-orange zest mixture to the rice and continue to cook over low until the rice is very tender and creamy, an additional 15 minutes.
  • Add the sugar to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Slice open the vanilla bean pods and use the back of a knife to scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds to the food processor with the sugar and blend for about a minute, until the vanilla beans are evenly distributed. Pour the vanilla sugar into an airtight container and add 1 of the scraped vanilla bean pods.

COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h2m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup long grain rice
2 cups coconut milk
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, or teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch kosher salt
2 sheets gelatin
Ripe mango slices, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine rice, coconut milk, milk, sugar, vanilla bean, and salt, in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar. Simmer for 30 minutes. Stir the pot occasionally with a wooden spoon until the mixture has a creamy consistency.
  • Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water until they soften, about 6 minutes. Take the coconut mixture off the heat, squeeze the excess water from the sheets of gelatin, and add to the coconut mixture. Stir to dissolve the gelatin. Remove the vanilla bean, and divide the pudding into 4 (3-ounce) ramekins.
  • Chill overnight. To unmold the puddings, place ramekins into a hot water bath for about 30 seconds and invert on a plate. Garnish with mango slices.

SIMPLE COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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Coconut rice pudding is a popular dessert in the Caribbean. It's so popular that it is sometimes served for BREAKFAST! My kind of people! Here's a simple recipe for a tasty, creamy coconut rice pudding that starts with cooked rice.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups cooked rice (unsalted, cold)
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (shaken)
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
toasted coconut flakes (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Place cooked rice, whole milk, coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a 3 quart saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat.
  • Simmer until the pudding has thickened; approximately 45 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • Stir in the coconut extract and let simmer for one more minute.
  • Serve the rice pudding immediately in dessert cups, while still warm.

COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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An easy Coconut Rice Pudding recipe

Categories     Milk/Cream     Rice     Dessert     Coconut     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups cold unsalted cooked rice
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup well-stirred canned unsweetened coconut milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Garnish: sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Simmer rice, milk, coconut milk, sugar, and salt, uncovered, in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 40 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Serve warm.

HEALTHY COCONUT RICE PUDDING



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"This recipe is from a weight loss buddy. I like to add a little extra vanilla and cinnamon to mine." With just 5 minutes of prep time, this cozy dessert is truly a low-effort creation! Sarah Howard - Fontana, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1-1/3 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the coconut milk, milk, rice and brown sugar to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-55 minutes or until thick and creamy, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla., Spoon into dessert dishes. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve warm or cold.

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COCONUT RICE PUDDINGS WITH CRISPY COCONUT



Coconut Rice Puddings with Crispy Coconut image

Provided by Alice Medrich

Categories     Rice     Dessert     Vegetarian     Coconut     Summer     Winter     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

Crispy Coconut:
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut shavings* (coconut chips; about 4 ounces)
Puddings:
2 14-ounce cans light unsweetened coconut milk**
1 14-ounce can regular unsweetened coconut milk**
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut*
2/3 cup short-grain or long-grain rice (such as arborio or jasmine)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Crispy coconut:
  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk egg white, sugar, vanilla, and salt in medium bowl to blend. Add coconut shavings and toss until evenly moistened. Spread coconut mixture evenly on prepared baking sheet. Bake until coconut is light golden and beginning to crisp, stirring and turning frequently, about 22 minutes. Cool on baking sheet. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
  • Puddings:
  • Combine light coconut milk, regular coconut milk, sugar, shredded coconut, rice, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in heavy large saucepan. If using vanilla bean, scrape in seeds from bean; add bean to saucepan. Bring mixture to simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Adjust heat so that mixture is barely simmering; cover partially and cook until liquid is slightly translucent and pudding is thickened to consistency of loose oatmeal, stirring and scraping bottom and sides of pan frequently, about 45 minutes. Remove vanilla bean, if using, or stir in vanilla extract.
  • Divide pudding among ten 3/4-cup ramekins or dessert glasses. DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. If desired, rewarm in microwave just until heated through before serving.
  • Sprinkle crispy coconut over puddings. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • * Available at specialty foods stores and natural foods stores. ** Available at many supermarkets and at Indian, Southeast Asian, and Latin markets.

SIMPLE BAKED COCONUT RICE CUSTARD PUDDING



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A very simple baked rice custard with numerous variations. All ingredients are found in the average pantry and frig. Great for a dessert, side dish or even breakfast.

Provided by rainboconfection

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 6 OUNCE, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups cooked rice (grain length unimportant)
6 eggs, lightly whisked
1/2 cup white sugar or 1/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup coconut milk, canned or 1 cup coconut coffee creamer
3 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2/3 cup flaked coconut
1/3-1/2 cup toasted coconut

Steps:

  • NOTE: Coconut coffee creamer can be found in refrigerator case of most groceries.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees and place pan with 1 inch hot water on bottom oven rack.
  • Spread RICE in bottom of lightly oiled 9x13 baking pan. In lg bowl, whisk EGGS, whisk in, one ingredient at a time; SUGAR, COCONUT MILK OR CREAMER, MILK and VANILLA. blend thoroughly. Stir in flaked COCONUT and slowly pour over rice.
  • Place in preheated oven that has BAKING PAN with 1 inch HOT WATER on bottom shelf of oven and bake 45 -60 minutes. Test for doneness with knife blade. Cooking time varies depending upon fat content in milk.
  • Remove from oven and cool on rack.
  • Sprinkle with ** TOASTED COCONUT or sprinkle with coating of brown sugar then untoasted coconut and place under broiler JUST UNTIL COCONUT IS TOASTED. WATCH CLOSELY AS COCONUT BURNS QUICKLY.
  • SERVE warm or cold with or without cream or whipped topping. MAMA SERVED WITH CREAM.
  • VARIATIONS:.
  • 1. BROWN SUGAR SWEETENED CUSTARD. Replace sugar with brown sugar and omit the coconut. Use 4 cups of milk omitting the coconut milk. May sprinkle rice with raisins before adding milk mixture.
  • 2. BASIC RICE PUDDING.
  • Just use 4 cups milk instead of coconut and regular milk. Sprinkle the top with nutmeg =LIGHTLY.
  • 3.RICE AND RAISIN CUSTARD.
  • Omit coconut, replace milk as stated above, sprinkle enough raising onto rice to cover well BEFORE intoducing the milk mixture. Sprinkle the top lightly with cinnamon.
  • 4. SUGAR FREE CUSTARD.
  • FOLLOW ANY RECIPE ABOVE substituting equivilant of 1/2C of sugar - plus 1/4C milk.
  • 5. FRUITED RICE CUSTARD.
  • FOLLOW ANY RECIPE ABOVE SUBSTITUTING for RAISINS OR COCONUT, with well drained, finely chopped canned fruit. Sprinkle top with seasoning your family loves.
  • THIS IS A LO=FAT, LO SUGAR RECIPE THAT INCLUDES SEVERAL FOOD GROUPS SO MAKES A SUPER BREAKFAST.
  • MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU.

- **Selecting the Right Rice:** For an authentic texture, opt for short-grain or medium-grain rice. If using long-grain rice, adjust the cooking time to ensure it doesn't become overcooked. - **Coconut Milk:** Use a combination of full-fat coconut milk and water for a rich and creamy pudding. You can adjust the ratio to your desired consistency. For a vegan version, substitute regular milk for the coconut milk. - **Sweeteners:** Adjust the sugar or honey to suit your taste preferences. You can also add other sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar. - **Flavor Enhancers:** Infuse your pudding with aromatic flavors by adding a pandan leaf, cinnamon stick, or vanilla extract. For a tropical twist, consider adding diced mango or pineapple. - **Creamy Texture:** To achieve a velvety smooth pudding, blend a portion of the cooked rice mixture until creamy and then stir it back into the pot. Alternatively, use a food processor or immersion blender. Coconut rice pudding, with its harmonious blend of creamy textures, aromatic flavors, and subtle sweetness, is a culinary delight that transcends cultural boundaries. Whether enjoyed as a comforting dessert or a nourishing breakfast, this versatile dish offers a delightful sensory experience. Its simplicity in preparation and customizable nature make it a favorite among home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike. So, gather your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey to create this delectable rice pudding. Experiment with different flavors and garnishes to make it your own signature dessert. Indulge in the creamy goodness of coconut rice pudding and savor every spoonful of this tropical delight.

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