Best 2 Spanish Rice Pudding Recipes

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**Spanish Rice Pudding: A Sweet and Savory Delight**

Arroz con leche, also known as Spanish rice pudding, is a creamy, comforting dessert with a rich history and diverse variations across the globe. This delectable treat combines the goodness of rice, milk, sugar, and cinnamon, resulting in a luscious pudding that is both sweet and savory.

In this collection of recipes, we will explore the classic Spanish rice pudding and its many delightful variations. From the traditional Spanish recipe to unique interpretations with coconut milk, almond milk, and even pumpkin, these recipes offer a range of flavors and textures to satisfy every palate.

Whether you are seeking a nostalgic taste of tradition or an exciting culinary adventure, these Spanish rice pudding recipes will guide you through the process of creating this timeless dessert. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and inspiring variations, you will discover the secrets to crafting the perfect arroz con leche, a dish that is sure to become a cherished favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPANISH RICE PUDDING



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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Cinnamon     Shavuot     Simmer     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
4 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sugar
3 (4-inch) strips lemon zest
1 (3-to 4-inch) cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Garnish: ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large heavy saucepan. Stir in rice and return to a boil. Cook, covered, over low heat until water is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
  • Stir in milk, sugar, zest, and cinnamon stick and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, until thickened and rice is tender, 40 minutes to 1 hour. Stir in vanilla. Cool to lukewarm in a large shallow bowl, surface covered with a piece of buttered wax paper.

SPANISH RICE PUDDING



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This will look a little thin at first but it will turn out. If you use brown rice it will be a little crunchy.

Provided by Samantha in Ut

Categories     White Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
4 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sugar
3 lemon zest, 3 in strips
1 cinnamon stick, 3-4 inches
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large heavy saucepan. Stir in rice and return to a boil. Cook, covered, over low heat until water is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
  • Stir in milk, sugar, zest, and cinnamon stick and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, until thickened and rice is tender, 40 minutes to 1 hour. Stir in vanilla. Cool to lukewarm in a large shallow bowl, surface covered with a piece of buttered wax paper.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality rice. Short-grain rice, such as Arborio or Valencia, is best for this recipe because it absorbs the milk and sugar well and cooks up to a creamy consistency.
  • Cook the rice slowly and carefully. Don't rush the cooking process, or the rice will be undercooked or burned.
  • Stir the rice frequently. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan and will also help to release the starch, which will make the pudding creamy.
  • Add the sugar and spices gradually. This will help to prevent the pudding from becoming too sweet or overpowering.
  • Use whole milk or half and half. This will make the pudding richer and creamier.
  • Let the pudding cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to thicken.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a perfect way to use up leftover rice, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can customize it to your own taste. Whether you like it simple or fancy, this classic dessert is sure to please.

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