Mexican Rice Dessert (Arroz a la Cajeta)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 5

Indulge in the Sweet, Creamy Goodness of Mexican Rice Dessert

Mexican Rice Dessert (Arroz a la Cajeta)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

70 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups brown rice
	2 cups milk
	2 strips cinnamon bark ( not complete rolls )
	1 cup cajeta caramel sauce ( bottled Mexican caramel sauce available in Mexican food stores )
	1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

608

Sugar

39g

Fat

28g

Arroz a la Cajeta is a classic Mexican dessert that's incredibly delicious and easy to make. This sweet dish is a unique blend of brown rice, cinnamon, milk, and cajeta caramel sauce that creates a heavenly combination of rich and creamy flavors. The dessert is commonly served in small bowls and garnished with chopped pecans/walnuts, giving it a beautiful presentation. Not only is this dessert tasty, but it is also great for celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself and loved ones. Arroz a la Cajeta is easily customizable, allowing you to tailor the recipe to your preferences. You can choose to use white rice instead of brown rice, or alter the ratio of milk to cajeta caramel sauce for a thicker or thinner consistency.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the brown rice thoroughly and allow it to soak in water for an hour.
2.	In a large pot, add the rinsed brown rice, cinnamon bark and milk.
3.	Put the pot on medium heat and stir occasionally until the rice is cooked and the milk is completely absorbed.
4.	Add 1 cup of cajeta caramel sauce, half of the chopped pecans/walnuts and stir well, while on medium heat, until the cajeta sauce is fully mixed in.
5.	Turn off the heat and let the rice cool completely.
6.	Serve your Mexican Rice Dessert in small bowls and garnish with the remaining chopped pecans/walnuts.

PROS

Arroz a la Cajeta is a sweet and creamy dessert that’s perfect for satisfying your cravings.

The dessert is easy to prepare with common Mexican ingredients.

This dish is ideal for your sweet teeth as it is rich in caramel sauce.

CONS

Mexican Rice Dessert is loaded with sugar and fat, so it’s not a healthy option if consumed often.

This recipe takes a considerable amount of time to prepare, so it’s not the best fit for busy people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the ingredients in this dessert are not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional sweet treat.
The pecans/walnuts in this recipe contain healthy fats that have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, while the cinnamon is good for improving blood sugar levels.