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Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche Mexicano)

Classic Mexican rice pudding cooked with evaporated milk, cinnamon, and raisins.

This Arroz con Leche Mexicano uses evaporated milk for a rich, creamy texture. Rice simmers gently with water, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, then is sweetened with sugar and studded with plump raisins.

• Updated 4/21/2025
Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche Mexicano)

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

6

Ingredients

  • Himalayan Pink Salt - 1 pinch
  • Rice - 150 g
  • Raisins - 50 g
  • Sugar - 100 g
  • Vanilla Extract - 5 ml
  • Evaporated Milk - 400 ml
  • Cinnamon - 1 piece
  • Water - 500 ml

Directions

  • Step 1

    Rinse the rice and drain.

  • Step 2

    In a saucepan, combine water, evaporated milk, cinnamon stick, and salt; bring to a gentle simmer.

  • Step 3

    Add rice, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring often, until rice is tender (about 20 minutes).

  • Step 4

    Stir in sugar, raisins, and vanilla extract; cook 5 minutes more.

  • Step 5

    Remove cinnamon stick.

  • Step 6

    Serve warm or chilled.

Cook's Notes

Use long‑grain rice and full‑fat evaporated milk for the creamiest results; adjust raisins to taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

260
Calories
5g
Fat
52g
Carbs
6g
Protein