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Make Slow Cooker Rice Pudding for a creamy dessert and full of flavor. 10 minutes to prep and the slow cooker does all the work. Turn simple ingredients into a dessert that everyone will love.

A bowl of creamy rice pudding, gently cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker rice pudding is the ultimate hands-off comfort dessert. All the ingredients are placed in the crockpot and everything cooks into a naturally creamy, spoonable treat, no constant stirring required.

If you love Tapioca Pudding then you are going to love this Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe. It is the perfect dessert for any occasion but I love to serve as a Fall dessert since it served warm and is so comforting.

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Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Rice Pudding!

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Set it and forget it! Short-grain rice such as Arborio or Minute Rice slowly releases starch for a naturally creamy pudding. It’s budget-friendly, customizable (custardy or dairy-free), and just as good warm as it is chilled.

A splash of vanilla at the end makes it fragrant, and you can stir in raisins, diced apples, or even a little coconut for a delicious variation. Serve it warm with a dusting of cinnamon for cozy vibes, or chill it for a thicker, scoopable pudding that’s perfect with fresh berries.

This sweet treat keeps well for a few days, reheats beautifully with a splash of milk, and tastes like nostalgia in a bowl.

Ingredients

Five clear glass bowls on a white marble surface, displaying ingredients for Slow Cooker Rice Pudding: milk, uncooked rice, sugar, vanilla extract, butter cubes, and a small dish with ground cinnamon.
  • Milk – We like to use whole milk for a creamier texture. Feel free to use almond milk for a dairy free option
  • Granulated Sugar – We used real sugar to sweetened the rice pudding. You can even use brown sugar
  • Instant Rice – We used Minute White Rice that is uncooked
  • Ground Cinnamon – Adds warm flavor. Nutmeg is a delicious addition as well
  • Vanilla Extract – Use pure vanilla extract
  • Butter – Dice the butter. You can use unsalted or salted butter

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How to Make Rice Pudding in the Slow Cooker

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Step 1 – Add the milk and sugar to your crock pot. Stir well to combine. 

A slow cooker with rice, cinnamon, and liquid inside, perfect for making Slow Cooker Rice Pudding, sits on a white marble surface next to a red and white striped kitchen towel.

Step 2 – Stir in the rice, ground cinnamon and vanilla.

A slow cooker filled with ingredients for rice pudding—uncooked rice, broth, seasonings, and cubes of butter—sits on a white marble surface next to a red and white striped kitchen towel.

Step 3 – Place the diced butter evenly on top. 

A slow cooker ready for Slow Cooker Rice Pudding is filled with uncooked rice, small cubes of butter, and seasonings, sitting on a white marble surface next to a red and white striped kitchen towel.

Step 4 – Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.  Serve with additional cinnamon sprinkled and on top and enjoy! 

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A white bowl filled with creamy Slow Cooker Rice Pudding, topped with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

Slow Cooker Rice Pudding

5 from 2 votes
Make Slow Cooker Rice Pudding for a creamy dessert and full of flavor. 10 minutes to prep and the slow cooker does all the work. Turn simple ingredients into a dessert that everyone will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 278
Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Add the milk and sugar to your crock pot. Stir well to combine.
  • Stir in the rice, ground cinnamon and vanilla.
  • Place the diced butter evenly on top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Serve with additional cinnamon sprinkled and on top and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

The cooking time can vary based on your crockpot, be sure to watch closely while cooking.  
I didn’t grease my crock pot when cooking this recipe, but if your crock pot insert has food stick to it easily when cooking, then I would recommend spraying it with a non-stick cooking spray before adding in the ingredients.  
For storing the leftovers, let it cool completely at room temperature and then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 278kcal, Carbohydrates 42g, Protein 7g, Fat 9g, Saturated Fat 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat 2g, Trans Fat 0.2g, Cholesterol 30mg, Sodium 94mg, Potassium 252mg, Fiber 0.5g, Sugar 25g, Vitamin A 381IU, Vitamin C 0.01mg, Calcium 208mg, Iron 1mg

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Pro Tips

  • Cooking Time – The cooking time can vary based on your crockpot, be sure to watch closely while cooking.  
  • Prepare Crock Pot – I didn’t grease my crock pot when cooking this recipe, but if your crock pot insert has food stick to it easily when cooking, then I would recommend spraying it with a non-stick cooking spray before adding in the ingredients.  
  • Desired Consistency – As the rice pudding cools, it will thicken. If you need to thin it out, add in a splash of cream or milk.

Variations Ideas

  • Cinnamon Apple – Fold in 1 cup sautéed cinnamon apples at the end.
  • Chocolate – Stir in ½ cup chopped chocolate until melted, then vanilla.
  • Additions – Add dried cherries, raisins, pears, jam, cranberries, or diced dates for added flavor and texture. We even love to add in sliced almonds, chopped pecans or walnuts.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What Type of Rice to Use?

In this recipe we think instant rice that is uncooked that is best to make slow cooker rice pudding.

What does Rice Pudding taste like?

Rice pudding is smooth, creamy with a small texture from the rice with a hint of warm flavors.

How to Store Leftover Rice Pudding

Store leftovers in the refrigerator after it has cool completely. Place in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.

How to Reheat Rice Pudding

Warm gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of milk until creamy.

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

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  1. Allison Lowder says:

    5 stars
    So delicious. I cooked it in my instant pot as a slow cooker. Took about 2.5 hours! I’ll be making it again for sure

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  2. Casey says:

    5 stars
    Easy, delicious and my entire family loved it!

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