Arroz con leche, or rice pudding, is a classic and beloved dessert in many Latin American countries. This creamy and comforting dish is made by simmering rice in milk, sweetened with sugar and flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. It's a simple yet delicious treat that can be enjoyed warm or cold. This recipe will guide you through the steps to create a homemade arroz con leche that will remind you of Grandma's cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the rice, milk, condensed milk, sugar, and cinnamon stick.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the mixture has thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the arroz con leche cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the arroz con leche warm or chilled, garnished with ground cinnamon.
- Enjoy this creamy and indulgent dessert!
Interesting Facts
Arroz con leche is a popular dessert in many countries, including Mexico, Spain, and the Philippines.
In some variations of arroz con leche, raisins or other dried fruits are added for extra flavor.
Arroz con leche is often enjoyed during special occasions and holidays, such as Christmas or birthdays.
The smell of cinnamon and vanilla while arroz con leche is cooking will fill your kitchen with warmth and coziness.