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.
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!
Course: Dessert
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.”
Elizabeth Tapia says
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
Lalaine says
Thanks for the tip!
ART says
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.
Lalaine says
Thank you, Art, for the feedback. I am glad you enjoyed it. Food memories are the best 🙂
Elizabeth O says
This Mexican rice pudding looks so tempting and delicious!! and quite easy to do. I will give it a try.
Lalaine says
Thanks, Elizabeth! I am sure you will love this.
Via Bella says
I love Mexican Rice Pudding. I can’t wait until I can make this myself!
Lalaine says
Thanks Via Belle! I am sure you will love this.
Katrina + says
This looks so yummy! And quite easy to veganize. Gonna have to try this!
Lalaine says
Yes, coconut milk will be delicious here.
Nicole Flint says
That looks so good! I love rice pudding. I should try your version.
Lalaine says
Thanks, Nicole! I hope you love this as much as I did.
Shawna says
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!
Lalaine says
You have to try this homemade version. You will love it!
Via Bella says
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.
Lalaine says
I love it too, Via Bella. I hope you try this recipe soon.
Kim says
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.
Lalaine says
I really love it,Kim! You have to try it sometime.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN says
I have never tried a Mexican rice pudding before. It’s not too different from the norm and looks yummy.
Lalaine says
Hi, Melanie! This is delicious, you have to try it!
Oursamyatra says
I love pudding. And this preparation looks so much delicious. Love to have this. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Lalaine says
You are welcome! This is easy and delicious!
Melanie says
Yum! I love that this is made with staples that I have in my kitchen!
Lalaine says
Exactly, Melanie! This is why I love it as well.
hal says
ahh looks great and i definitely would enjoy that and it looks like its very easy to make from the post!
Lalaine says
Hi Hal! It is easy and very delicious.
Fashion and Style Police says
This Mexican Rice Pudding looks very tasty. I will try this recipe this weekend.
Lalaine says
Thank you! You will love this.