
COURSE:
Breakfast
Easy Baked Rice Pudding: A Comforting Classic Made Simple
Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic flavours of easy baked rice pudding, a timeless dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. This classic pudding, made effortlessly in your Instant Pot or oven, combines soft, tender rice with creamy milk, a touch of sugar, and a hint of vanilla or cinnamon for a sweet treat that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. Perfect as a cosy dessert or a comforting snack, baked rice pudding is a family favourite that’s sure to please.
Preparing baked rice pudding is delightfully easy. After mixing the rice, milk, and flavourings, let the Instant Pot or oven do the work, creating a smooth and rich pudding with minimal fuss. The slow baking process allows the rice to absorb all the creamy goodness, resulting in a perfectly thick and luscious texture. Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg on top before baking for an added layer of warmth and flavour.
Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or chilled for a refreshing treat, easy baked rice pudding is versatile and timeless. Serve it on its own or with a spoonful of jam, fresh berries, or a drizzle of honey for a touch of sweetness. This simple yet indulgent dessert is a comforting way to end any meal, bringing the traditional charm of rice pudding into your kitchen with ease.
Easy Baked Rice Pudding
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Servings:
4 servings
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 10 g unsalted butter/plant-based alternative
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 160 ml coconut cream
- 40 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla paste or essence
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 2 crushed green cardamom pods
- Pinch of salt
- 120 g pudding rice
Serving: optional
- Jam
- Coconut chips or roasted flaked almonds
Instructions
- Butter a baking dish (that will fit into the basket of your Vortex Air Fryer with a little space to spare for air circulation).
- Place the coconut milk and cream, and heat in the microwave until warm and melted. Stir in the sugar, vanilla, cardamom, and salt.
- Add the rice to the baking dish, then pour over the coconut milk.
- Place the dish the Vortex Air Fryer and select Bake, Set the temperature to 140°C and the time to 1 hour. After 45 minutes check to see of the rice is cooked, and if it needs a little longer, put back in for the remaining 15 minutes.
- Once the rice is fully cooked, remove the pudding from the Vortex and set aside for 5 minutes to cool ever-so-slightly. Your pudding may look a little runny straight out the Air Fryer but will continue to thicken.
- Remove the cardamom pods, then serve with toppings of choice.

Easy Baked Rice Pudding
COURSE:
Breakfast
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Servings:
4 servings
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 10 g unsalted butter/plant-based alternative
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 160 ml coconut cream
- 40 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla paste or essence
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 2 crushed green cardamom pods
- Pinch of salt
- 120 g pudding rice
Serving: optional
- Jam
- Coconut chips or roasted flaked almonds
Instructions
- Butter a baking dish (that will fit into the basket of your Vortex Air Fryer with a little space to spare for air circulation).
- Place the coconut milk and cream, and heat in the microwave until warm and melted. Stir in the sugar, vanilla, cardamom, and salt.
- Add the rice to the baking dish, then pour over the coconut milk.
- Place the dish the Vortex Air Fryer and select Bake, Set the temperature to 140°C and the time to 1 hour. After 45 minutes check to see of the rice is cooked, and if it needs a little longer, put back in for the remaining 15 minutes.
- Once the rice is fully cooked, remove the pudding from the Vortex and set aside for 5 minutes to cool ever-so-slightly. Your pudding may look a little runny straight out the Air Fryer but will continue to thicken.
- Remove the cardamom pods, then serve with toppings of choice.
Easy Baked Rice Pudding: A Comforting Classic Made Simple
Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic flavours of easy baked rice pudding, a timeless dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. This classic pudding, made effortlessly in your Instant Pot or oven, combines soft, tender rice with creamy milk, a touch of sugar, and a hint of vanilla or cinnamon for a sweet treat that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. Perfect as a cosy dessert or a comforting snack, baked rice pudding is a family favourite that’s sure to please.
Preparing baked rice pudding is delightfully easy. After mixing the rice, milk, and flavourings, let the Instant Pot or oven do the work, creating a smooth and rich pudding with minimal fuss. The slow baking process allows the rice to absorb all the creamy goodness, resulting in a perfectly thick and luscious texture. Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg on top before baking for an added layer of warmth and flavour.
Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or chilled for a refreshing treat, easy baked rice pudding is versatile and timeless. Serve it on its own or with a spoonful of jam, fresh berries, or a drizzle of honey for a touch of sweetness. This simple yet indulgent dessert is a comforting way to end any meal, bringing the traditional charm of rice pudding into your kitchen with ease.


