Cinnamon Rice Pudding

Cinnamon Rice Pudding

Creamy, comforting, and delicately spiced, Cinnamon Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche) is one of the world's most beloved desserts. Made with simple ingredients such as rice, milk, sugar, and Ceylon Cinnamon, it transforms everyday pantry staples into something truly special.

While versions of rice pudding are enjoyed across many cultures, Arroz con Leche is particularly popular throughout Spain and Latin America, where it has been a family favorite for generations. Each region adds its own touch, but cinnamon remains the ingredient that brings warmth, aroma, and character to the dish.

Our recipe uses premium Ceylon Cinnamon to create a rich, velvety rice pudding with a delicate sweetness and an irresistible aroma. Serve it warm on a cool evening or chilled as a refreshing dessert. Either way, it's comfort food at its finest.

  • Prep Time : 15 Minutes
  • Cook Times : 60 miniutes
  • Serves – 4-6 people
  • 1 cup of long grain rice like Jasmine or Basmati
  • 4 cups of whole milk
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 2 Ceylon cinnamon sticks (3 inch long)
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Raisins or dried cranberries (optional, for garnish)
  • Ground nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
  • Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
  1. Rinse the Rice: Start by rinsing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming too sticky.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, the cinnamon sticks, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
  3. Boil & Simmer: Place the saucepan over high heat, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Once the rice is cooked, remove the cinnamon stick and discard it.
  4. Add Milk and sugar: Add the the milk and sugar and bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently, until it has has thickened.
  5. Add Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Taste the pudding and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar if desired.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Ladle the cinnamon rice pudding into individual serving bowls. If you like, you can garnish each serving with raisins, dried cranberries, a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, or a pinch of ground nutmeg.
  7. Chill or Serve Warm: You can serve the rice pudding warm or allow it to cool and refrigerate it until it's chilled. It's delicious either way.