Easy Pineapple-Almond Rice Pudding Recipe

Name: Easy Pineapple-Almond Rice Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup medium-grain white rice, uncooked; 2-1/2 cups milk; 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1/2 cup PLANTERS Slivered Almonds, toasted, divided; 1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping; 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple

Servings: persons

1
Bring water to boil in large saucepan on medium-high heat.
2
Stir in rice; cover.
3
Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min.
4
or until most the water is absorbed.
5
Add milk, cream cheese, sugar and cinnamon; mix well.
6
Return to simmer; cook, uncovered, 20 min.
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or until cream cheese is completely melted and pudding is thickened, stirring frequently.
8
Pour into large bowl; cover with plastic wrap, placing plastic wrap directly on surface of pudding.
9
Cool to room temperature.
10
Stir vanilla and 6 Tbsp.
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nuts into pudding.
12
Refrigerate until chilled.
13
Add COOL WHIP to rice pudding just before serving; stir gently with whisk just until blended.
14
Serve topped with pineapple and remaining nuts.

607

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 1 cup medium-grain white rice, uncooked, 2-1/2 cups milk, 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed, and more.

Yes, Easy Pineapple-Almond Rice Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Pineapple-Almond Rice Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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