Can you eat rice pudding left out overnight?

No, it is not safe to eat rice pudding that has been left out overnight at room temperature. Cooked rice is a moist food that can provide an ideal environment for bacterial growth, especially for Bacillus cereus, bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Leaving rice pudding out overnight at room temperature allows bacteria to multiply and can make you sick if consumed. It is generally recommended to refrigerate cooked rice and rice pudding promptly after cooking and consume it within a few days to ensure food safety. If you leave rice pudding out for more than two hours, it's best to discard it to avoid any potential health risks associated with bacterial growth.