Low Carb Arroz Con Leche

Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of traditional arroz con leche with a guilt-free twist in this Low Carb Arroz Con Leche recipe! This keto-friendly dessert swaps out rice for tender cauliflower rice, perfectly simmered with velvety unsweetened almond milk, rich heavy cream, and a touch of granulated erythritol for just the right amount of sweetness. Infused with aromatic ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of nutmeg, this low-carb take on a classic Latin dessert is every bit as flavorful as the original. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for serving warm or chilled, it’s a satisfying treat that's ideal for anyone following a low-carb or keto diet. Enjoy a luxurious, creamy dessert without the carbs—perfect for indulging without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated erythritol
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Place the cauliflower rice in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Add the almond milk, heavy cream, erythritol, ground cinnamon, salt, and lemon zest to the saucepan.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and let it cook for about 15 minutes until thickened.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks and vanilla extract together.

Step 5

Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot cauliflower mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

Step 6

Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan while stirring continuously.

Step 7

Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens further, being careful not to boil.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and ground nutmeg until well combined.

Step 9

Let the low-carb arroz con leche cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm or chilled, and enjoy your creamy, low-carb dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1329.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1350.7

Total Fat 120.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 671mg	0%
Sodium 1134.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 18.8g	0%

Vitamin D 212.3IU	0%
Calcium 1030.5mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1130.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.1%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 31.5%