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Pumpkin Spice Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche de Calabaza)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A cozy and flavorful rice pudding infused with pumpkin and warm spices, perfect for fall desserts.

Ingredients

Main

  • 1/2 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cinnamon stick cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1/4 cup golden raisins (optional) (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional) (optional)

Instructions 

  • Combine rice, water, cinnamon stick, and salt in a large pot; simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Add evaporated milk, sugar, pumpkin spice, and pumpkin purée; bring to a gentle boil, then add raisins if using.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, stirring until thick and creamy, 10–15 minutes.
  • Turn off heat, cover, and let rest a few minutes to set.
  • Serve warm or chilled, topped with chopped pecans if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional cinnamon or pumpkin seeds before serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Keyword: pumpkin