Arroz Con Leche (creamy Rice Pudding With Cinnamon)

Arroz con Leche is a traditional dessert from Castilian-Leonese cuisine, made with creamy rice pudding flavored with cinnamon. It's a comforting and delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Arroz Con Leche (creamy Rice Pudding With Cinnamon)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of rice
  • 4 cups of whole milk
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the rice, milk, and cinnamon stick.
  2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the cinnamon stick and discard it.
  6. Divide the rice pudding into serving dishes and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
3g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Saucepan Stirring spoon Serving dishes

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Arroz con Leche chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

Tips & tricks

For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream before chilling the rice pudding.

Cost

Low