Arroz con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Arroz con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Rice pudding (arroz con leche) made the traditional Mexican way, with both whole and evaporated milk and an aromatic touch of cinnamon.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
10 servings
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • ½ cinnamon stick
  • 2 ¼ cups uncooked white rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 4 cups evaporated milk
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 2 pinches ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1
Combine water and cinnamon stick in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil and cook until cinnamon releases its color and flavor, about 5 minutes. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Step 2
Gradually add whole milk to rice, then evaporated milk. Stir in sugar. Cook uncovered until sugar is dissolved and mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes.

Step 3
Serve warm or cold. Sprinkle each portion with ground cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

443
Calories
11g
Fat
73g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 443
% Daily Value *
Total Fat11g 14%
Saturated Fat7g 33%
Cholesterol39mg 13%
Sodium151mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate73g 27%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars40g
Protein13g
Vitamin C2mg 10%
Calcium392mg 30%
Iron2mg 11%
Potassium496mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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