Coconut Rice Pudding

Aug 8, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Creamy coconut rice pudding in a small ceramic bowl with a spoon, garnished as in the recipe

A creamy coconut rice pudding made with a blend of coconut milk and whole milk, infused with real vanilla bean and vanilla extract for a rich, tropical flavor and velvety texture.

Prep 10 min

Cook 40 min

Cooling 5 min

Total 55 min

Servings 6

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Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (150.0 g)short- or medium-grain white rice
2.0 cups (480.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 cups (480.0 ml)full-fat coconut milk
⅓ cup (67.0 g)granulated sugar
¼ tspfine sea salt
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)vanilla bean paste

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Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear; drain well.
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, whole milk, coconut milk, sugar, and fine sea salt.
Add the pure vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste to the pot and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking or burning.
Reduce the heat to low and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy, about 35-40 minutes.
Let the pudding rest for 5 minutes off the heat to thicken slightly.
Serve warm or chilled, as desired.

Tips

Stir frequently during cooking to avoid rice sticking and to develop creamy texture.
Use both pure vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste for enhanced vanilla flavor; paste contains real vanilla bean flecks.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make coconut rice pudding?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 40 minutes of cooking, plus 5 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 6 servings.

How should I store coconut rice pudding?

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of milk if needed to loosen.

Can I make coconut rice pudding ahead?

Pudding can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A creamy coconut rice pudding made with a blend of coconut milk and whole milk, infused with real vanilla bean and vanilla extract for a rich, tropical flavor and velvety texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 6 servings this recipe makes.

350 Calories / serving

20.2g Fat

37.8g Carbs

5.9g Protein

18.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (6 servings): ~2100 cal · 121g fat · 227g carbs · 35g protein · 110g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 350 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 66 min·3.9 mi·~7700 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 47 min·2.4 mi·~4700 steps
Moderate cycling 36 min·7.2 mi
Swimming laps 49 min
Jogging 34 min·2.8 mi·~5450 steps
Stair climbing 32 min·~2900 steps
Dancing 57 min
Bodyweight circuit training 36 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 81 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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