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Bowl of black sticky rice pudding with coconut milk topping.

Black Sticky Rice Pudding

A creamy, lightly sweet dessert made with black glutinous rice and coconut milk, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Black glutinous rice Make sure it's labeled glutinous or sticky.
  • 4 cups Water for soaking and cooking Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours.
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full fat for best flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Sweetener (sugar, palm sugar, or maple syrup) Add to taste.
Optional Flavorings
  • 1 leaf Pandan leaf If available, adds a nice flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon For an additional flavor note.
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Coconut cream To drizzle on top.
  • 1 mango Sliced Great topping.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted sesame seeds For crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Crushed peanuts For added texture.
  • 1 slice Banana Another topping option.
  • 1 tsp Lime zest Optional for freshness.

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. Put the soaked and drained black glutinous rice in a pot and add fresh water to cover the rice by about an inch.
  2. Bring the water to a light boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, about 25 to 40 minutes.
Making Pudding
  1. Once the rice is tender, stir in coconut milk and a pinch of salt. Simmer uncovered until it thickens. If too thick, add a bit more water or coconut milk.
Sweetening
  1. Add sweetener little by little and taste as you go. The dessert should not be overly sweet; coconut flavor should be prominent.
Coconut Topping (Optional)
  1. Warm a little coconut cream with a pinch of salt. You may thicken it with cornstarch if desired.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or chilled. For a looser texture, stop cooking when it looks slightly soupy.

Notes

This dessert can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water or coconut milk.