Easy Crock Pot Tapioca Recipe

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Let the slow cooker work its magic with this creamy tapioca pudding recipe. This is a great recipe for tapioca pudding lovers who want to enjoy their favorite dessert without all the hassle.

serves/makes:

ready in:

2-5 hrs

3 reviews
4 comments

ingredients

6 cups milk
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup tapioca (small or large pearl)
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

directions

Set the crock pot to high heat. Add the milk and sugar and stir until the sugar has dissolved.

Add the tapioca and mix well. Cover the crock pot and cook on high heat for about 2 hours or until the tapioca is tender. Large pearl tapioca may take longer to cook. The tapioca pearls will be translucent when cooked.

When the tapioca is cooked, beat the egg and vanilla in a small bowl with a whisk. Add 1 cup of the hot tapioca to the eggs and stir quickly to combine. Add that mixture back to the crock pot and mix well.

Cover the crock pot again and cook the tapioca for another 20 minutes or until thickened.

Transfer the tapioca to a serving bowl or individual serving dishes. Place the tapioca in the refrigerator and chill for 2-3 hours.

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Christine Gable, CDKitchen Staff
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crock pot notes

Crock pots/slow cookers all heat differently. There is no standard among manufacturers. Cooking times are suggested guidelines based on our testing. Please adjust cooking times and temps to work with your brand and model of slow cooker.

recipe tips

Use a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.

common recipe questions

Can I use a different type of milk?

Yes, you can use alternative milks like almond, soy, or coconut milk, but the texture and taste may vary.

Can I reduce the amount of sugar?

Yes, you can adjust the sugar to taste or use a heat-safe sugar substitute if desired.

How do I know when the tapioca is fully cooked?

The tapioca is cooked when the pearls are translucent and tender.

Can I make this tapioca pudding dairy-free?

Using a dairy-free milk alternative will make the pudding dairy-free.

How should I store leftover tapioca pudding?

Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Can I cook this tapioca pudding on low heat?

Yes, you can cook it on low for 3-4 hours, or until the tapioca is fully cooked and tender.

Is there a substitute for vanilla extract?

You can use almond extract or a vanilla bean as a substitute.

Can I add other flavors to this recipe?

Yes, feel free to add cinnamon, nutmeg, or lemon zest for different flavors.

Can I make this tapioca without an egg?

The egg helps thicken the pudding, but you can omit it for a slightly different texture.

nutrition data

199 calories, 5 grams fat, 32 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in sodium.

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reviews & comments

Brigitte August 20, 2020

I love large pearl tapioca but can't find it and almost never make it; this recipe is so easy I'll be able to treat myself more often.
Hubbabubbie REVIEW:
May 18, 2020

Worked some trial and error with this recipe using Minute Tapioca and it does work!! You just throw all the ingredients together at the beginning and turn it on high for 1 hour and 30 Minutes. Today Iâm adding a cinnamon stick :)
Glhorses March 25, 2019

This looks very good and easy. Could you half the ingredients and use a smaller slow cooker?
- CDKitchen Staff Reply:
  
  Sure, that should work fine
Freddy January 20, 2017

Has anyone made this recipe with granulated tapioca and not the pearls. Can this be substituted?
- CDKitchen Staff Reply:
  
  It should work, we haven't tested it that way so if you do try it please report back and let us know how it turned out!
Guest Foodie REVIEW:
June 13, 2016

I had this Saturday night and was very surprised that the Gal made this in a crockpot!!! Wow where have I been all this time? I always followed the box recipe but this is way easier then the box...just takes more time to make but while you are making it you can do most anything else like shop or fix the rest of the meal!
Vicky REVIEW:
February 11, 2015

This is absolutely the easiest way to make tapioca! I generally do not plan tapioca in advance (so I do not have the pearls soaked overnight). This recipe is perfect, and as long as I have a 4-hr window, we're good to go! I use large pearl, so it does usually take the extra hour. Thank you!
Guest Foodie June 6, 2010

My husband loves tapioca pudding so I frequently purchase it from the deli or have made the instant stuff which is not nearly as good as this ---- it was so EASY and turned out wonderful. I will be able to make 3 times as much from one bag of pearls than what I paid to purchase from the deli - everyone should give it a try. thanks - I love this recipe! Lori from Spring Lake Park Minnesota

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