Slow Cooker Pumpkin Rice Pudding: 5-Ingredient Comfort Magic
A creamy and comforting dessert made with pumpkin, rice, and warm spices. Perfect for fall or any time you crave a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Stir well to mix everything evenly.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- When the rice is tender and the mixture is thick, turn off the slow cooker.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to taste if you prefer it sweeter or less sweet.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg