Description
Hawaiian Rice Pudding is a tropical twist on a classic dessert that brings the flavors of paradise to your home. This creamy delight combines fluffy jasmine rice with rich coconut milk and sweet pineapple chunks, resulting in a luscious texture that satisfies every sweet craving. Perfect for family gatherings or as a comforting treat after dinner, this easy recipe can be prepared in under an hour. Serve it warm or chilled, and elevate your dish with garnishes like toasted coconut or fresh fruit for an extra burst of flavor. With its simple preparation and delightful taste, Hawaiian Rice Pudding is sure to become a favorite in your dessert lineup.
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the sugar and pineapple chunks until well combined.
- Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla extract gently.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or chilled. Garnish with toasted coconut if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg