Low Fat Arroz Con Leche
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this *Low Fat Arroz Con Leche*, a lighter take on the classic Latin American rice pudding. Creamy and satisfying, this version uses skim milk to cut down on fat without sacrificing the rich, velvety texture you love. Simmered with aromatic cinnamon, sweet vanilla, and a hint of zesty lemon, each spoonful delivers a delicate balance of warmth and brightness. This easy-to-make dessert comes together in under an hour and is perfect served warm for a cozy treat or chilled for a refreshing finish to any meal. Whether you're craving a guilt-free indulgence or exploring low-fat dessert ideas, this healthier arroz con leche is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup short grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 3.5 cups skim milk
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 strip lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the short grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until most of the water is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
Add the skim milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, lemon zest strip, and salt to the pot.
Increase the heat to medium and stir continuously as the mixture begins to simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat again to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the rice is tender. This should take about 25-30 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick and lemon zest strip.
Let the arroz con leche cool slightly, then transfer it to serving bowls.
Sprinkle each serving with ground cinnamon to taste.
Serve warm or refrigerate and serve chilled, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
980 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 959 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 1232 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1543 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
