Description
This Hawaiian Rice Pudding is a creamy, tropical dessert blending cooked white rice with coconut milk, pineapple chunks, and warm spices. Enhanced with heavy cream and lightly sweetened, this comforting pudding offers a luscious texture and exotic flavors perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked white rice, coconut milk, pineapple chunks, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir everything together until the mixture is well combined to ensure an even flavor distribution.
- Simmer Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
- Cook on Low: Once simmering, reduce heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to maintain a creamy texture.
- Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, creating a slurry that will help thicken the pudding.
- Add Thickener: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the rice mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps and clumps.
- Thicken Pudding: Continue cooking on low heat for another 3-5 minutes until the pudding reaches a creamy, thick consistency.
- Remove from Heat: Take the saucepan off the stove once the pudding has thickened and the rice is tender.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the rice pudding to cool for a few minutes to help it set slightly before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy the pudding warm or chilled, savoring the tropical blend of coconut and pineapple flavors.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Drain the pineapple chunks well to avoid excess liquid diluting the pudding.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your preferred sweetness level or use a natural sweetener substitute if desired.
- Use freshly ground spices for a more intense aroma and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving or enjoy cold.
