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Mexican Rice Pudding

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By: LalainePosted: 08/23/2017Updated: 12/17/2017
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Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!

Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!

Rice is a staple ingredient in my kitchen. Not only is it my trusted side dish, I also use it extensively in making cakes and delicacies.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy rice is Arroz con Leche or Mexican rice pudding. Creamy, cinnamony, and generously studded with juicy raisins, it makes for an amazing gluten-free dessert or anytime snack.

Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!

Tips on How to Make Mexican Rice Pudding:

  • Make sure to fully combine the egg with the milk before adding to the hot pot of rice and not to cook the pudding on high heat to keep from scrambling the eggs.
  • The pudding is ready when the mixture coats the back of a spoon. It will be a little loose when taken off heat but will thicken nicely as it cools.

Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!

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Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!
4.23 from 35 votes

Mexican Rice Pudding

Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Author: Lalaine
Course: Dessert
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8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ground cinnamon to taste

Instructions

  • In a pot over medium heat, combine rice, water, cinnamon sticks, and salt. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed.
  • In a bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and evaporated milk until blended. Add to the pot of rice. 
  • Add sugar. Continue to cook, stirring regularly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  • Add raisins and vanilla extract. Stir until dispersed. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool. To serve, ladle into bowls and sprinkle with ground cinnamon to taste.

Notes

Adapted from: Food

Nutrition Information

Serving: 271g, Calories: 310kcal, Carbohydrates: 58.9g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 5.5g, Saturated Fat: 3.1g, Cholesterol: 39mg, Sodium: 128mg, Potassium: 276mg, Fiber: 0.7g, Sugar: 382g, Vitamin A: 150IU, Vitamin C: 1.7mg, Calcium: 220mg, Iron: 1.4mg

“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”

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Mexican Rice Pudding or Arroz con Leche is rich, creamy and gluten-free. Delicious as dessert and as an anytime snack!
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  1. Elizabeth Tapia says

    Posted on 5/27/18 at 8:34 pm

    3 stars
    The only thing you are missing is the beaten egg white with a little sugar and vanilla that creates the merengue for the top…that would truly make it authentic

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 5/27/18 at 8:46 pm

      Thanks for the tip!

      Reply
  2. ART says

    Posted on 12/17/17 at 3:21 pm

    5 stars
    I tried your Mexican Rice Pudding and I loved it ,my mom used to make it when I was a boy but she is gone now . I had a craving for the Rice Pudding . Thank you for your recipe and the memories.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 12/18/17 at 9:51 am

      Thank you, Art, for the feedback. I am glad you enjoyed it. Food memories are the best 🙂

      Reply
  3. Elizabeth O says

    Posted on 8/30/17 at 7:40 pm

    5 stars
    This Mexican rice pudding looks so tempting and delicious!! and quite easy to do. I will give it a try.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 4:30 am

      Thanks, Elizabeth! I am sure you will love this.

      Reply
  4. Via Bella says

    Posted on 8/29/17 at 9:31 am

    I love Mexican Rice Pudding. I can’t wait until I can make this myself!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 4:37 am

      Thanks Via Belle! I am sure you will love this.

      Reply
  5. Katrina + says

    Posted on 8/27/17 at 10:18 pm

    This looks so yummy! And quite easy to veganize. Gonna have to try this!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/28/17 at 6:08 am

      Yes, coconut milk will be delicious here.

      Reply
  6. Nicole Flint says

    Posted on 8/27/17 at 3:08 am

    That looks so good! I love rice pudding. I should try your version.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:28 pm

      Thanks, Nicole! I hope you love this as much as I did.

      Reply
  7. Shawna says

    Posted on 8/26/17 at 1:57 pm

    I definitely need to save and try this sometime! We love rice pudding in our house, I’ve just never made it home made before. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:29 pm

      You have to try this homemade version. You will love it!

      Reply
  8. Via Bella says

    Posted on 8/26/17 at 1:41 pm

    Mexican Rice Pudding has to be one of the most delish things I have had. I really want to learn to make this on my own too! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:31 pm

      I love it too, Via Bella. I hope you try this recipe soon.

      Reply
  9. Kim says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 11:48 pm

    This looks delicious, I love rice pudding and I love Mexican desserts so this is right up my alley! I think I’ll try make some this week, I’m sure it’s a perfect comfort food.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:34 pm

      I really love it,Kim! You have to try it sometime.

      Reply
  10. MELANIE EDJOURIAN says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 12:19 pm

    I have never tried a Mexican rice pudding before. It’s not too different from the norm and looks yummy.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:37 pm

      Hi, Melanie! This is delicious, you have to try it!

      Reply
  11. Oursamyatra says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 12:03 pm

    5 stars
    I love pudding. And this preparation looks so much delicious. Love to have this. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:38 pm

      You are welcome! This is easy and delicious!

      Reply
  12. Melanie says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 10:40 am

    Yum! I love that this is made with staples that I have in my kitchen!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:38 pm

      Exactly, Melanie! This is why I love it as well.

      Reply
  13. hal says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 7:33 am

    ahh looks great and i definitely would enjoy that and it looks like its very easy to make from the post!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 3:43 pm

      Hi Hal! It is easy and very delicious.

      Reply
  14. Fashion and Style Police says

    Posted on 8/25/17 at 4:34 am

    5 stars
    This Mexican Rice Pudding looks very tasty. I will try this recipe this weekend.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/11/17 at 11:09 am

      Thank you! You will love this.

      Reply
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