There’s something deeply comforting about a bowl of warm, creamy rice pudding—the kind that feels like it’s been passed down through generations. This easy slow cooker rice pudding brings that old-fashioned, Amish-style simplicity right into your kitchen with minimal effort.
It’s rich, gently sweet, and perfectly creamy, with soft grains of rice soaking up all that milky goodness. Even better? It’s a set-it-and-forget-it recipe, making it ideal for busy days or relaxed weekends when you just want something warm and satisfying waiting for you.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Rice Pudding:
-
1 cup uncooked white rice
(Short or medium grain works best) - 4 cups milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
👩🍳 How to Make Slow Cooker Rice Pudding
This recipe is simple, cozy, and practically hands-off.
1. Add Everything to the Slow Cooker
Combine:
- Rice
- Milk
- Sugar
- Butter
- Cinnamon
- Salt
Give it a gentle stir.
2. Cook Low and Slow
- Cook on LOW for 2½–3 hours
- Stir occasionally if possible to prevent sticking
3. Add Vanilla at the End
Stir in the vanilla extract during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
4. Adjust Texture
If the pudding is too thick:
- Add a splash of milk
If too thin:
- Let it cook a bit longer uncovered
5. Serve Warm or Chilled
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