A creamy, cinnamon-scented rice pudding made with whole milk, sugar, and raisins, served warm or chilled as Guatemala's most beloved everyday dessert.
Ingredients
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1 cup long-grain rice
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4 cups whole milk
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1 cup water
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3/4 cup sugar
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2 cinnamon sticks
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/3 cup raisins
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Pinch of salt
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Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
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1
Cook rice in water with cinnamon sticks until water is absorbed, about 12 min.
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2
Add milk and sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
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3
Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 25-30 min until rice is very tender and mixture is creamy.
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4
Stir in raisins, vanilla, and salt in the last 5 min.
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5
Remove cinnamon sticks. Serve warm or chilled, dusted with ground cinnamon.
Did You Know?
Guatemalan grandmothers say the secret to perfect arroz con leche is patience — you must stir it slowly and never rush the milk.