Rice Pudding Popsicles (Arroz con Leche) - La Cooquette Food

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: skim milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while skim milk is more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chopped dates

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while chopped dates are often cheaper.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean provides a richer flavor, while essence is more affordable.

Combine water, rice, and cinnamon stick in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Add whole milk, evaporated milk, and condensed milk to the saucepan.

Stir in the peel of the lime and cook over medium heat until the rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before adding the vanilla bean.

Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.

Insert sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.

To release popsicles, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds.

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