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Arroz Doce (Sweet Rice Pudding)

A creamy and comforting Portuguese rice pudding. Naturally gluten-free, uses coconut milk for extra richness and creaminess making it a great dairy-free option.

10m prep + 45m cook6 servings
DAIRY-freeWHEAT-free
280 cal|4g protein|50g carbs|8g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio Rice
  • 4 cups Coconut Milk
  • 0.75 cup Sugar
  • 1 strip Lemon Peel
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse rice under cold water.
  2. 2In a medium saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, sugar, lemon peel, and cinnamon stick.
  3. 3Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and mixture has thickened.
  4. 4Remove lemon peel and cinnamon stick.
  5. 5Pour rice pudding into serving bowls or a large dish.
  6. 6Let cool slightly and sprinkle with cinnamon powder before serving.

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