Tiki-Inspired Coconut-Pineapple Rice Pudding

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A creamy rice pudding infused with coconut milk and fresh pineapple, evoking tropical tiki flavors in a comforting dessert. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, layers uncooked jasmine rice, coconut milk, whole milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 3/4 cup uncooked jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups coconut milk, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 25-30 minutes until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and pineapple softens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut and 1 tsp lime zest on top before serving to add texture and bright citrus aroma.
  6. Step 6: Serve warm or chilled as a tropical-inspired dessert reminiscent of tiki culture flavors.

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