Instant Pot Rice Pudding

A simple classic rice pudding that lets you savor the sweet memories of childhood…

Do you have a rice pudding story to share? Do tell in the comments! 🙂

As I get older, the more I realize the old saying is true – some of life’s greatest pleasures come from the simplest things. Like yummy desserts!! hehe~

Maybe it’s time to slow down and ask:

When was the last time you watched the sunset and were stunned by its’ beauty?
When was the last time you took a breath of fresh air and be thankful you are alive?
When was the last time you wrote a letter and mailed it to a loved one?

Don’t wait until everything is perfect for you to enjoy life. 😀

Let’s get started on how to make creamy rice pudding in Instant Pot!!

Step-by-Step Instant Pot Rice Pudding Cooking Guide

Most White Rice will work for making Rice Pudding. These 3 types of rice are great choices.

*Pro Tip: Different types of rice will require different cooking times, and the results will vary. Jasmine rice & Basmati rice will come out less chewy compared to Arborio Rice.

Rinse Rice

*Pro Tip: The Rice to Water Ratio is critical in cooking perfect rice, so be mindful in measuring the exact amount you use! 🙂

Method #1 – Easy Method:

Add 1 cup of rice to the inner pot. Rinse the rice a few times over cold water, and rub the rice with your hands. Drain really well.

Rice to Water Ratios:

• 1 cup (230g) Jasmine Rice – 1 cup (250ml) cold water
• 1 cup (200g) Arborio Rice – 1 ½ cup (375ml) cold water
• 1 cup (210g) Basmati Rice – 1 cup (250ml) cold water

Add cold water in the inner pot, then remove 2 – 3 tablespoons of water.

Method #2 – Most Precise Method:

First place the inner pot on a kitchen scale. Then, add in 1 cup of rice.

Click on the “tare” button, then rinse the rice a few times over cold water. Drain well.

Place the inner pot back on the kitchen scale, then pour in cold water until it indicates the correct amount of water on the kitchen scale.

Add Spice & Pressure Cook Rice

Add 1 cinnamon stick (4g) + ½ teaspoon (2g) nutmeg to the inner pot. Give it a quick mix.

*Notes:

• If you don’t have the cinnamon stick, you can use 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
• You can omit nutmeg if you don’t have any on hand.

Close Lid and Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 5 minutes, then Natural Release for 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, turn the venting knob to the venting position to release remaining pressure.

When the floating valve drops, open the lid carefully.

Make Milk & Egg Mixture

While the rice is pressure cooking, break and beat a large egg in a large glass container.

Add 2 pinches sea salt, 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract, ⅓ cup white sugar (78g) and mix well.

Pour in 2 cups (500ml) whole milk and mix well.

Make Instant Pot Rice Pudding

Pour all the milk mixture into the cooked rice.

Bring the rice pudding mixture to a simmer (Instant Pot: press “Cancel”, then “Saute” button).

Stir occasionally with a spatula. As the rice pudding mixture heats up, the starch will be released and it will start to thicken.

Add in 1 tbsp (14.5) unsalted butter for a more creamy, rich and smooth texture.

*Pro Tip: If it’s similar to milk consistency (too thin) like above photos, stir a little longer.

Continue to stir until the rice pudding reaches desired consistency – thick, saucy, and creamy smooth.

Turn off the heat. The rice pudding will thicken further as it cools down.

*Pro Tip: Depending on the type of rice you used, the rice pudding may come out too thick after cooling. You can thin it out by adding more milk and stir to your desired consistency.

Sweeten & Serve Rice Pudding

If adding raisins, add them to the bottom of the serving bowl, then pour the rice pudding over the raisins, and stir to combine.

Sprinkle some cinnamon powder on top. 

*Pro Tip: If you are not adding raisins to the rice pudding, be sure to taste and sweeten the rice pudding with more sugar or other sweeteners.

Serve deliciously creamy rice pudding hot or cold.

Enjoy your Super Creamy Instant Pot Rice Pudding!!~ 🙂

Tools for Instant Pot Rice Pudding

• Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker
• Digital Kitchen Scale
• Silicone Spatula

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