Strawberry Arroz con Leche
Arroz con leche is Mexico’s version of rice pudding. Traditionally it’s flavored with cinnamon and raisins, but this strawberry arroz con leche is going to change the way you view rice pudding forever. Tangy strawberries offer the perfect contrast to the sweetness of the milk plumped rice.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love how easy this is to make with only a few ingredients. I usually make this during the week as a healthy sweet treat for the kids, and they love it! Plus it’s vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Ingredients
Strawberries: This recipe is best made with fresh strawberries, which are in season in the US from March to June.
Long grain rice: Most arroz con leche in Mexico is made with long grain white rice, which is the variety most widely available, so that is why I chose to use it as well. You can use short or medium grain rice for a creamier arroz con leche, but the ratio of liquid to rice will change.
Unsweetened soy milk: I prefer to use unsweetened soy milk, because it’s the plant milk I consider most similar to the thickness and richness of cow’s milk. However, you can substitute it with your favorite plant milk.
Sugar: I chose to make this with granulated cane sugar instead of condensed milk, because it is accessible to everyone. You can substitute it with your favorite sugar or sugar substitute of choice.
How to Make Strawberry Arroz con Leche Step By Step
1.In a large pot combine the rice, cinnamon stick, and water.
2. Simmer stirring occasionally for 15 minutes.
3. Pour in soy milk
4. and sugar. Continue to simmer for 10 more minutes or until the rice is cooked.
4. Cut half the strawberries and add sugar and let them sit for 5 minutes.
5. Blend the remaining half of the strawberries into a puree.
6. Fold in the puree and macerated strawberries.
7. Mix well until everything is incorporated.
Expert Tips and Tricks
- This treat is especially delicious with ripe strawberries.
- Make sure to stir the rice occasionally while it’s cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Drizzle some melted chocolate on top for a chocolate covered strawberry inspired treat.
Serving
You can serve it hot or cold, but I prefer to serve it cold especially in the summer months.
Storing
Store in the fridge in an air tight container for up to three days.
FAQs
Yes, you can find it here: Vegan Arroz con Leche
You can use short or medium grain rice for a creamier arroz con leche, but the ratio of liquid to rice will change.
More Vegan Mexican Desserts
Strawberry Arroz con Leche
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain-rice (200g)
- 1
Ceylon cinnamon stick
- 3 cups water (709ml)
- 3 ½ cups unsweetened soy milk (828ml)
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (67g)
- 1 pound strawberries stems removed, divided (453g)
Instructions
- In a large pot combine the rice, cinnamon stick, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to low and simmer stirring occasionally for 15 minutes or until almost all of the water has evaporated.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of sugar and the soy milk. Continue to simmer for 10 more minutes or until the rice is completely cooked and it has the consistency of pudding.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- While the rice is cooling, chop half of the strawberries into small pieces and transfer them to a bowl, stir in the remaining tablespoon of sugar and let them sit for 5 minutes.
- Place the remaining half of the strawberries in the blender and purée until smooth. Add the strawberry purée and chopped strawberries into the rice and stir.
- Serve hot or cool down in the fridge until completely cold. I prefer it cold.l, especially in the summer.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
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Notes
- This treat is especially delicious with ripe strawberries.
- Make sure to stir the rice occasionally while it’s cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Drizzle some melted chocolate on top for a chocolate covered strawberry inspired treat.
Nutrition
Although dorastable.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates.
