Mother in Law's Rice Pudding Arroz Con Leche

Indulge in the comforting, creamy flavors of *Mother in Law's Rice Pudding Arroz Con Leche*, a classic dessert that celebrates tradition and love in every bite. This heavenly treat combines tender white rice simmered with cinnamon sticks and infused with a trio of milks—whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk—for a lusciously rich texture. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar and accented with vanilla, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Garnished with ground cinnamon or plump raisins, it’s a versatile dessert that can be served warm or chilled, making it ideal for any season. Perfect for family gatherings or a taste of comfort on a quiet evening, this arroz con leche will transport you straight to someone’s cherished family kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 can evaporated milk
• 0.333 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 optional ground cinnamon (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the rice, water, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered until the rice has absorbed most of the water, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the cinnamon stick from the pot.

Step 4

Stir in the whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and sugar. Mix well and cook over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 5

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and the rice is tender. Stir continuously during the last 10 minutes to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If using raisins, fold them in now.

Step 7

Let the rice pudding cool for 10 minutes. The pudding will thicken further as it cools.

Step 8

Serve warm or chilled. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top before serving for added flavor and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2484.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2758.8

Total Fat 67.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 266.3mg	0%
Sodium 1310.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 451.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 396.0g
Protein 95.8g	0%

Vitamin D 744.4IU	0%
Calcium 3479.2mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 4518.5mg	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: 21.6%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 64.7%