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Creamy Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon

Name: Creamy Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Egyptian short-grain rice, 1 cup, rinsed; Whole milk, 4 cups; Water, 1 cup; Sugar, 1/2 cup; Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon; Cinnamon sticks, 2 sticks; Ground cardamom, 1/4 teaspoon; Salt, A pinch; Heavy cream, 1/2 cup; Sugar, 2 tablespoons; Ground cinnamon, For dusting

A traditional comfort dessert that combines creamy rice cooked until tender with the delightful aroma of cinnamon, offering a warm, sweet escape.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 4, 2025

Creamy Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Rice Pudding

For the Flavoring

For the Topping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 286 kcal
Protein: 6.5 g
Carbs: 37.6 g
Fat: 12.8 g
Fiber: 0.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1716 kcal
Protein: 39 g
Carbs: 225.5 g
Fat: 76.5 g
Fiber: 3 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Egyptian short-grain rice 1 cup, rinsed	200	4	45	0.5	1
Whole milk 4 cups	600	32	48	32	0
Water 1 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar 1/2 cup	387	0	100	0	0
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon	12	0	1	0	0
Cinnamon sticks 2 sticks	6	0	2	0	1
Ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon	2	0	0.5	0	0.5
Salt A pinch	0	0	0	0	0
Heavy cream 1/2 cup	410	3	3	44	0
Sugar 2 tablespoons	96	0	25	0	0
Ground cinnamon For dusting	3	0	1	0	0.5

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Rice

1
Rinse the rice
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
2
Combine rice and water
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3
Cook until water is absorbed
Cook until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Flavoring the Base

1
Add flavorings
Once the rice has absorbed the water, add milk, sugar, cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, cardamom, and salt.
Tip: For extra creaminess, substitute some milk with condensed milk.
2
Stir the mixture
Stir constantly over medium-low heat, ensuring the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom.
3
Cook until thick
Continue to cook until rice is tender and pudding is thick, around 30-40 minutes.
Tip: Do not leave the stovetop unattended while thickening to prevent burning.

How to Make Creamy Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Infusing Flavors
Simmer rice with cinnamon sticks fully immersed in milk.
2
Thickening Pudding
Stir continuously until desired thickness is reached.
3
Preparing Topping
Whip heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form; gently fold over the finished pudding.
4
Timing
Simmering rice with water: 15 min; Cooking pudding mixture: 30-40 min.
5
Heat Guide
Simmering the rice: Medium heat; Cooking the pudding: Medium-Low heat.