Sweet Rice

Sweet Rice

This sweet rice (arroz con leche) is a custard-like dessert. Everyone loves this traditional Mexican rice pudding. You might want to double the recipe!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cups whole milk, divided
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup raisins (Optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1
Bring water, rice, and butter to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 2
Whisk together 2 cups milk, sugar, egg, flour, and vanilla in a bowl; pour over cooked rice in the saucepan and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer over low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.

Step 3
Stir in remaining 1 cup milk, cream, raisins, and cinnamon until thoroughly mixed. Let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

418
Calories
19g
Fat
54g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 418
% Daily Value *
Total Fat19g 24%
Saturated Fat11g 56%
Cholesterol90mg 30%
Sodium76mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate54g 20%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars24g
Protein9g
Vitamin C0mg 2%
Calcium181mg 14%
Iron2mg 9%
Potassium334mg 7%

*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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