Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz Con Leche)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 12

Delicious Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz Con Leche) recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

353

Sugar

39g

Fat

Mexican Rice Pudding, also known as Arroz Con Leche, is a sweet and satisfying dessert that is popular in many Latin American cultures. It's a rice pudding made with whole milk, cinnamon, and sugar that is cooked until thick and creamy. This dessert can be enjoyed warm on a cold day or chilled on a hot day. It's a comforting and filling dish that is perfect for enjoying with family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water.
2.	In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, cinnamon sticks, and 1 quart of the whole milk. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
4.	Remove the cinnamon sticks and stir in the sugar, condensed milk, vanilla, and remaining quart of whole milk.
5.	Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pudding is thickened to your desired consistency, about 30 minutes.
6.	Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving warm or chilled.

PROS

This comforting and delicious traditional dessert is loved by many around the world.

It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or cold.

It’s also customizable and can be made with different spices like cardamom or nutmeg for different flavors.

CONS

The high sugar and calorie content make this a dessert to be enjoyed in moderation.

Those with lactose intolerance or milk allergies should avoid this dessert.

It can also take some time to make, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert does not provide many health benefits, rice does offer some nutritional value like fiber and vitamins B and D.
Cinnamon, which is used in this recipe, has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving blood sugar control.

	2 cups rice , uncooked , not instant
	1 cup sugar
	1 cup sweetened condensed milk
	2 quarts whole milk
	2 cinnamon sticks
	1 tablespoon vanilla