Mexican Arroz con Leche is a traditional rice pudding dessert that’s creamy, sweet, and flavored with cinnamon. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
- Optional: raisins, chopped nuts, or other toppings
Instructions:
- Cook the Rice:
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large saucepan, combine the rice, water, and cinnamon stick.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the water is absorbed. Remove the cinnamon stick.
- Add the Milks:
- Stir in the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency (about 20-25 minutes).
- Serve:
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
- Optionally, you can stir in raisins or chopped nuts before serving for added texture and flavor.
Tips:
- Stir frequently to prevent the milk from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweetened condensed milk to taste.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a little more milk or cook for a bit longer.
Enjoy your homemade Mexican Arroz con Leche!
