Arroz Con Leche de Coco

A creamy, plant-based twist on a beloved Mexican dessert

This comforting coconut milk-infused rice pudding is rich, velvety, and naturally dairy-free. A splash of our Mexican Vanilla Paste adds floral, spicy warmth and depth. Enjoy warm or chilled, and finish with your favorite toppings for a decadent finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio rice or other short-grain rice
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups water
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey® Mexican Vanilla Paste + more for topping
  • Toppings: toasted coconut flakes, sliced almonds, diced fresh mango, ground cinnamon, additional vanilla paste

Directions

  • Rinse rice thoroughly under cool water
  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir to mix
  • Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened
  • Remove from heat and stir in Mexican Vanilla Paste
  • Let cool slightly before serving warm, or chill for a cold dessert. Top with your favorite garnishes and additional Vanilla Bean Paste
  • 1 cup Arborio rice or other short-grain rice
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups water
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey® Mexican Vanilla Paste + more for topping
  • Toppings: toasted coconut flakes, sliced almonds, diced fresh mango, ground cinnamon, additional vanilla paste

Directions

  • Rinse rice thoroughly under cool water
  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir to mix
  • Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened
  • Remove from heat and stir in Mexican Vanilla Paste
  • Let cool slightly before serving warm, or chill for a cold dessert. Top with your favorite garnishes and additional Vanilla Bean Paste

This Recipe Uses

Mexican Vanilla Paste 2oz A

Mexican Pure Vanilla Bean Paste