How to make Arroz con leche con Sazon de India

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

almond milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Oat milk provides a creamy texture and is often less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor and are often more affordable.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Combine rice, coconut milk, and almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the mixture.

Stir frequently until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cover, cooking for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and add water if necessary.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and raisins.

Let cool slightly before serving.

Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional cinnamon if desired.

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