Arroz con Leche

Arroz con Leche is a creamy, comforting rice pudding delicately flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, a delightful dessert enjoyed warm or cold.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 32

Course Dessert

Cuisine Spanish

Servings 4

Calories 300 kcal

In a non-stick saucepan, combine rice, milk, butter, sugar, and cinnamon sticks.
Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 35 minutes.
Stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream.
Adjust consistency as desired.
Remove the cinnamon stick.
Serve warm with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, or chill in a baking dish covered with plastic wrap for a cold serving.

Rice Selection: Medium-grain white rice is ideal for this recipe due to its starch content, which helps create a creamy texture. Avoid using long-grain rice, which is less starchy and won't yield the same creaminess.
Consistency Adjustments: The final consistency of Arroz con Leche can be adjusted to your preference. If it's too thick, add more milk; if it is too thin, cook for a few additional minutes.
Flavor Enhancements: For deeper flavor, consider infusing the milk with a vanilla pod or orange peel along with the cinnamon stick during cooking. Remove these before serving.
Serving Temperature: Arroz con Leche can be enjoyed both warm and cold. If serving cold, remember that it will thicken as it cools, so you may need to loosen it with milk or cream before serving.
Sweetness Level: Adjust the sugar according to your taste. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the sugar slightly or increase it as needed for more sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

The following nutrition facts are approximated per serving.

Keyword Rice Pudding