Creamy Coconut Jasmine Rice Dessert (Printable)

Fragrant jasmine rice simmered in creamy coconut milk with vanilla and tropical garnish. Easy, gluten-free dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed

→ Liquids

02 - 1 ½ cups coconut milk (full-fat recommended)
03 - 1 cup water

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
05 - ¼ teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mango or pineapple

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt.
02 - Stir well and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
04 - Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
05 - Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
06 - Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with toasted coconut flakes and fruit, if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like a tropical vacation but uses pantry staples you probably already have.
  • The texture is creamy and comforting without being heavy or overly rich.
  • You can serve it warm for a cozy evening or chilled for a refreshing summer treat.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and can be made as sweet or subtle as you like.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the rice or you'll end up with a sticky, gluey mess instead of fluffy grains.
  • If the rice looks too dry after simmering, add a splash of coconut milk or water and let it steam for another minute or two.
  • Stirring too much during cooking releases extra starch and turns the texture mushy, so resist the urge to peek and stir constantly.
03 -
  • Toast your coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for two to three minutes, stirring constantly so they don't burn.
  • Use a wooden spoon to stir in the vanilla at the end because metal spoons can sometimes leave a faint metallic taste if the pot is still very hot.
  • If you're serving this to guests, garnish each bowl individually so the toppings stay fresh and visually appealing.
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