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Instant Pot Rice Pudding in Pressure Cooker

March 3, 2016 By Jill Selkowitz / 31 Comments Updated November 27, 2019 / As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases; see all disclosures.

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Instant Pot Rice Pudding w/cinnamon and raisins is so smooth and creamy to make in the pressure cooker. A perfect dessert in about 15 minutes. 

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

One of my husband’s favorite desserts is rice pudding. He loves it with cinnamon and raisins, so, that is how I make it for him.

It is so easy to make in the Instant Pot and Pressure Cooker, you won’t believe it. As it is one of Ed’s favorite desserts, we’vve gotten a bit carried away with making rice pudding in various flavors. It’s just kind of fun to make, really. 

 

Cast of Ingredients for Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

Cast of Ingredients for Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

There are not many ingredients and can have this ready in under 30 minutes.

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  • Ingredients for Instant Pot Rice Pudding
  • Best Rice for Rice Pudding?
  • How to Make Instant Pot Rice Pudding.
  • Best Milk for Instant Pot Rice Pudding
  • Can I Make Instant Pot Rice Pudding Dairy Free?
  • Do I Eat Rice Pudding Hot or Cold?
  • Will Rice Pudding Thicken?
  • Can Other Fruit Be Added?
  • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

Ingredients for Instant Pot Rice Pudding

  • Arborio rice
  • Florida Crystals Demerara Sugar -it’s especially good in Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding as it helps to give the rice pudding a more intense flavor, rather than a cloyingly sweet flavor.
  • Eggs andMilk
  • Vanilla
  • Sugar and Salt
  • Fresh Cinnamon Sticks or ground cinnamon can be used, although it can be left out or the rice pudding.
  • Raisins, if you like.

 

Combine Rice and Water

Combine Rice and Water

Best Rice for Rice Pudding?

  • Arborio rice has a high starch content and makes a very creamy rice pudding.
  • If you do not have Arborio rice, just use short grain or in a pinch, long grain.
  • If using a rice other than Arborio, you may need to add a bit extra milk an extra minute of cooking to make it as creamy as arborio.

 

Add Milk Sugar Cinnamon

Add Milk and Sugar

The Demerara Sugar will give the rice pudding a bit of a creamy color, rather than stark white.

How to Make Instant Pot Rice Pudding.

  • Rice, sugar and water are first cooked in the Instant Pot.
  • Fresh eggs and milk are whisked together and slowly combined with the cooked rice.

 

Whisk Eggs and Milk

Whisk Eggs and Milk

Don’t dirty another cup. Since most of the milk was used in the last step, just crack the eggs right into the measuring cup with the milk. Add the vanilla and whisk together well. You won’t believe how easy this is to make.

Best Milk for Instant Pot Rice Pudding

  • Whole milk or heavy cream will make a very rich rice pudding.
  • Low fat milk and skin milk can be used.

Can I Make Instant Pot Rice Pudding Dairy Free?

  • Yes, no problem. Soy milk is nice to use.
  • Full fat canned coconut milk makes a very creamy Instant Pot  Rice Pudding. 

 

Slowly, slowly, slowly, pour the egg mixture into the hot Rice Pudding

Slowly, slowly, slowly, pour the egg mixture into the hot Rice Pudding

Do I Eat Rice Pudding Hot or Cold?

  • Either way is fine. Hot or chilled, it is all up to you!

Experiment with other flavors and try my Pressure Cooker Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding. It is loaded with several coconut flavors. My Piña Colada Rice Pudding is a bit naughty, as the pineapple is soaked in rum. You will feel like you are on vacation in the tropics.

 

Continue whisking for another minute

Continue whisking for another minute

Will Rice Pudding Thicken?

Yes. As the rice pudding cools, the rice will swell as it continues to absorb the liquid and will become quite thick. The pudding will thicken as it cools, so don’t be alarmed at the consistency.

If you prefer a thinner rice pudding, just mix in a little milk to get it to the consistency you prefer.

 

Add in White or Brown Raisins

Add in White or Brown Raisins

Can Other Fruit Be Added?

Raisins are the most common fruit to add to rice pudding.

Any kind of dried fruit would be fabulous in rice pudding too!

 

Instant Pot Rice Pudding

Instant Pot Rice Pudding

Garnish with Perfect Homemade Whipped Cream and sprinkle of cinnamon powder, if desired.

Don’t forget to check out my Pressure Cooker Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding and my Piña Colada Rice Pudding.

Kitchen Equipment and Essentials

  • Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker
  • Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk – a MUST have, probably my most used utensil
  • Perfect Homemade Whipped Cream

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Here is the handy printable recipe:

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding

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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Natural Pressure Release: 10 minutes
Total Time: 16 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 313kcal
Author: Jill Selkowitz

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio Rice
  • 1 1/2 cups Fresh Water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 2 1/2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Demerara Sugar
  • 1-2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Raisins
  • Ground Cinnamon for garnish
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Instructions

  • In your Pressure Cooker cooking pot, combine water, rice, cinnamon stick and salt.
  • Lock the lid and close Pressure Valve.  Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes.  When Beep sounds, allow a 10 minute Natural Pressure Release and then do a Quick Release to remove any remaining pressure.
  • Open lid and add 2 cups of the milk and the sugar to pressure cooking pot and stir to combine.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla into the measuring cup with the remaining milk and whisk well to combine.
  • Slowly pour into Pressure Cooker cooking pot, stirring as you go.
  • Select the Sauté or Browning function and allow pudding to come to a slow boil, stirring constantly. Continue to whisk for one minute only.
  • Remove cooking pot from Pressure Cooker, add raisins and mix together.
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg, if desired.

Notes

Rice Pudding will thicken as it cools. Eat warm or put in refrigerator to chill.
If you prefer a firmer texture, cook for just 3 minutes.
Arborio rice is higher in starch than other rice varieties. You can use another short grain rice if you like, but you get the creamiest consistency with Arborio.
If using Basmati or jasmine rice, reduce water to one cup.
Heavy cream, half & half and skin milk will work. The higher the fat, the creamier and richer the pudding.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Rice Pudding
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 175mg8%
Potassium 285mg8%
Carbohydrates 58g19%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 22g24%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 267IU5%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 139mg14%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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PIN this Pressure Cooker Easy Cinnamon Raisin Rice Pudding!

Pressure Cooker Easy Cinnamon Raisin Rice Pudding

Pressure Cooker Easy Cinnamon Raisin Rice Pudding

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Hi, I'm Jill. I'm a mom to Tonkinese cats and enjoy sharing restaurant quality meals, easily made at home. With my easy step by step photos and directions, new cooks will be able to follow along and cook like rock stars.

Comments

  1. Erika S. says

    April 24, 2020 at 11:38 am

    Hi! Does the rice have to be rinsed prior to using?

    Reply
  2. Julie says

    February 10, 2019 at 9:54 pm

    5 stars
    First time makig rice pudding, thanks gor such a great and easy recipe! Yummy!

    Reply
    • Jill says

      February 10, 2019 at 11:40 pm

      Thank you, Julie. Jill

      Reply
  3. Pat Gilbert says

    January 24, 2019 at 6:50 pm

    5 stars
    I am really particular about rice pudding and this is, hands down, the best I’ve ever had

    Reply
    • Jill says

      January 25, 2019 at 2:22 am

      Thank you, Pat. Jill

      Reply
  4. Jess says

    August 4, 2018 at 6:11 pm

    5 stars
    This was one of my first instant pot meals. My husband said it was one of the best rice puddings he has ever had! It was fantastic. The only change I would make would be to add half a tablespoon or so of ground cinnamon when you mix in the eggs and vanilla. We didn’t top it with whipped cream, it didn’t need it! We just added a little cinnamon on top and it was perfect. Consistency was perfection, I used whole milk. Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Jill says

      August 5, 2018 at 12:20 am

      Jess, thanks. So glad you enjoy the rice pudding. Jill

      Reply
  5. Peter says

    July 22, 2018 at 3:05 pm

    Hey, Old Girl is it 2 1/2 cups of milk as listed on the ingredients or 2 cups of milk as listed in the instructions?

    Reply
    • Naomi says

      December 29, 2018 at 4:35 am

      She says clearly in step 4: Add the eggs and vanilla into the measuring cup with the remaining milk and whisk well to combine.

      Reply
  6. Crystal U says

    July 14, 2018 at 4:42 pm

    Hello,

    Is there a way to make this with coconut milk? My husband is lactose intolerant. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jill says

      July 15, 2018 at 12:46 pm

      Crystal, there is a coconut version on the blog. Jill

      Reply
  7. Charlie says

    May 14, 2018 at 7:38 am

    I can not find Arborio rice in our small town but I do have Basmati and Jasmine rice. Could I substitute either of these. If I can substitute, would I need to change anything else with the recipe?

    Reply
    • Jill says

      May 15, 2018 at 1:03 am

      Hi Charlie. You can always order on line. I know some people use other types of rice and the result is not as creamy. I imagine the cook time would be different. Jill

      Reply
  8. Jen says

    December 30, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    5 stars
    This is fantastic! Served it warm and it is really tasty. I did just use regular white rice and worked fine. Thanks!

    Reply
  9. Shari Silk says

    December 7, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    If I double or triple your “easy Cinnamon Raisin Rice pudding do I have to cook the rice longer? I have Jasmine rice, I couldn’t find the Arborio. Also will be using white sugar. Trying to use what I have in the house. Will be substituting coconut milk for some of the milk. I am quite a novice cook and just got the instant pot, so any tweaks or these substitutions are much appreciated. THANKS

    Reply
    • Jill says

      December 8, 2017 at 1:50 am

      Hi Shari, your subs sound interesting. Let me know how it works for you. Jill

      Reply
  10. Jessica says

    October 24, 2017 at 1:48 pm

    Hello. Can you tell,e how many teaspoons of ground cinnamon I should use? I don’t have cinnamon sticks. Thanks

    Reply
  11. Sarah says

    October 23, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    5 stars
    I love making this when I have a sweet craving! It’s delicious

    Reply
  12. Melissa says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    Is there something that I can subsistute the eggs for?

    Reply
  13. Allison says

    July 29, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    5 stars
    I love coconut but didn’t have all the ingredients for your coconut version so just subbed coconut milk for the milk here (the kind from the dairy section not the canned kind) and it turned out great!

    Reply
    • Jill says

      July 29, 2017 at 7:25 pm

      Hi Allison. That sounds great. Yum. Jill

      Reply
  14. Heidi says

    July 13, 2017 at 10:07 am

    When does the rest of the milk (1/2C) go in? I just decided to dump it in with the 2 C as I was in the midst when I discovered this.

    Love your site. Great help to me.

    Reply
  15. Paul says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:50 am

    So you change the cool time if you double the recipe?

    Reply
  16. Julie says

    April 8, 2017 at 4:14 pm

    Another score Jill, I don’t think I will buy the gross stuff from the store again. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Jill says

      April 11, 2017 at 2:00 am

      Hi Julie~

      Hehehehe, gross stuff! Right? Homemade is so much better and so easy. Thanks for the note and I am so glad you enjoy this recipe too. Jill

      Reply
  17. Miriam says

    March 9, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    Which of these cups are 6 oz rice cups and which are regular 8 oz cups? I just started making this and realized I didn’t know!

    Reply
  18. Shelly says

    January 6, 2017 at 5:02 pm

    5 stars
    Wonder if I can substitute a different sugar? I am trying to stay away from sugar and use some sugar substitutes like xylitol, Erythritol, coconut sugar, coconut palm sugar

    Reply
    • DebbieH says

      March 4, 2017 at 12:15 pm

      Shelly, I used Truvia and it turned out great. My husband is diabetic. I wondered if it’d turn out okay & it did! 🙂 I used 12 small packages which is 2 Tsp. in each package. 24 Tsp. = 1/2 C. The recipe was a hit with my husband and 3 of my friends. YUM!!!

      Reply
  19. vicky says

    January 4, 2017 at 12:30 pm

    Is demerara sugar similar to sucanot?

    Reply
    • Wanda says

      March 5, 2017 at 7:36 pm

      More similar to light brown sugar.

      Reply
  20. Karen says

    January 2, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    I just got an instant pot for Christmas and have been looking for recipes. On a whim, I made this for dinner guests we had tonight. Everyone (except my ridiculously picky kids) loved it. Thanks for the great recipe! Looking forward to trying your coconut variation.

    Reply

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