Arroz con Leche Mexicano (Mexican Rice Pudding)

A creamy and comforting Mexican dessert made with rice, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. This recipe is a classic and easy to adapt to your preference.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

548 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£0.76/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

0.5cupLong-grain rice(Rinsed)

£0.15

4cupsWater

1pieceCinnamon stick

£0.20

4cupsWhole milk

£1.00

1can (12 oz)Evaporated milk

£1.20

0.5cupGranulated sugar(Adjust to taste)

£0.20

1teaspoonVanilla extract

£0.15

OptionalGround cinnamon(For garnish)

£0.05

OptionalRaisins(For garnish)

£0.10

Total Cost

£3.05

£0.76 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the water.
3.
Remove the cinnamon stick.
4.
Stir in the whole milk, evaporated milk, and sugar. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
5.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
6.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
7.
Let the Arroz con Leche cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm or chilled.
8.
Garnish with ground cinnamon and raisins, if desired.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (450g)

548 kcal / 2293 kJ

Carbs

72g

28% of RDA

Fat

21g

30% of RDA

Protein

16g

32% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

58 g

64% of RDA

Sodium

203 mg

9% of RDA

Saturated Fat

13 g

65% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use sweetened condensed milk in place of some of the sugar.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking. Taste and add more as needed.

For a thicker consistency, simmer for a longer period.

You can add other flavorings such as lemon zest or orange zest.

Store leftover Arroz con Leche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Equipment

Medium saucepan

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