Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe | Arroz Con Leche

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

In a pot, add water and a few cinnamon sticks.

Add some salt to the water.

Turn the heat to high and add the rice without waiting for the water to boil.

Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer without covering the pot.

Stir the rice every five minutes to prevent sticking.

Cook the rice for about 15 minutes until the water is mostly evaporated, leaving a little to prevent sticking.

Once the rice is tender, drain any excess water if desired.

Add one can of sweetened condensed milk to the rice.

Add one can of evaporated milk to the rice.

Add unsweetened coconut milk, shaking it up before adding.

Bring the mixture to a slight boil, then reduce to a medium-low boil, stirring every 2-3 minutes for 15-20 minutes.

Optionally, add raisins and remove the cinnamon sticks after cooking.

Add a teaspoon of vanilla and butter to the mixture before serving.

Let the rice pudding sit for 15-20 minutes to thicken before serving.

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