Description
Arroz Con Leche is a classic creamy Spanish rice pudding infused with fragrant cinnamon and a rich blend of whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk, making it a comforting and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid and Dairy
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Rice and Spices
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 3-inch long cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
- Infuse Cinnamon Flavor: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and the cinnamon sticks and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the cinnamon to infuse its flavor into the water.
- Cook Rice: Add 1 cup of uncooked white rice to the infused water. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed, approximately 20 minutes.
- Add Milks and Sweeten: Stir in the whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk into the cooked rice. Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat. You can serve the arroz con leche warm or chilled. Sprinkle each serving with ground cinnamon for an added touch of spice and aroma.
Notes
- For creamier texture, you can substitute whole milk with half-and-half or add a splash of cream.
- If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk.
- Make sure to stir frequently when adding the milks to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- This dessert can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Keywords: Arroz Con Leche, Spanish rice pudding, cinnamon rice dessert, creamy rice pudding, traditional Spanish dessert
