Mexican Cinnamon Rice
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico with this comforting and creamy Mexican Cinnamon Rice recipe. Perfectly balanced between sweet and aromatic, this dish combines tender white rice simmered with a fragrant cinnamon stick and enriched with a luscious blend of milk and sweetened condensed milk. The addition of vanilla extract enhances its warm, dessert-like flavor, while a sprinkle of ground cinnamon provides the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this versatile treat can be served warm or chilled as a delightful dessert or an indulgent side dish. Whether you’re recreating a traditional Mexican meal or simply craving a cozy, cinnamon-infused comfort food, this recipe is sure to satisfy.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cups milk
- 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring the water and cinnamon stick to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
Step 4
Remove the cinnamon stick and add the milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 10–15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes creamy. Taste and add sugar if desired for extra sweetness.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes to further thicken.
Step 7
Spoon the Mexican Cinnamon Rice into serving bowls and sprinkle with ground cinnamon as a garnish.
Step 8
Serve warm or chilled as a dessert or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1311.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1066.4 |
| Total Fat 24.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
| Cholesterol 95.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 400.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 180.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 132.4g | |
| Protein 32.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 226.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1126.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1406.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories