CHERRY RICE DESSERT

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I cook with rice at least four times a week. This special rice pudding is a terrific example of a sweet rice.-Naomi Jackson, McCrory, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked long grain rice
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided
1 can (21 ounces) cherry or strawberry pie filling
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1-1/2 cups cold milk
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, pecans and a third of the cream cheese. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. dish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes; spread with pie filling. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. , In a bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and remaining cream cheese. Fold in half of whipped topping; spread over pie filling. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. , In a bowl, whisk the milk, extract and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Pour over top; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Spread with the remaining whipped topping; sprinkle with coconut.

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Slaye Dum
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This dessert is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the combination of sweet and tart.


Noor Muhammad
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This is the best cherry rice dessert I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ntwali Mallick
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I made this dessert for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Oscar Pateman
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This dessert is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat fruit.


Luswata Josiah
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I'm not usually a fan of cherry desserts, but this one is amazing. The combination of cherries and rice is perfect.


Stacey Kuntambila
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This dessert is so good, I could eat it every day.


Moiz Khokher
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I've been making this dessert for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to end a meal.


FF one side Gaming
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This is my new favorite dessert! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Chyna Puryear
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I made this dessert for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Raja Nouman
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This dessert is so delicious and refreshing. It's the perfect summer treat.


Khaled Ibrahim
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I love how easy this dessert is to make. I always have the ingredients on hand and it's a great way to use up leftover rice.


M Umar Raza
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This was my first time making cherry rice dessert and it turned out great! I used fresh cherries and they really made the dish.


Rashmika Chaman
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I've made this dessert a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Robert Pilkington
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This cherry rice dessert was a hit at my dinner party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved the combination of sweet and tart.