Cool & Creamy Horchata Delight
Discover the refreshing taste of authentic horchata with our easy, creamy recipe featuring rice, cinnamon, and an optional almond milk twist.
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine Mesh Sieve or Cheesecloth
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Pitcher
Ingredients
Horchata Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond milk (optional)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the rice thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine the rice, cinnamon sticks, and 4 cups of water. Let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks. Pour the soaked rice and water into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher to remove the rice solids.
- Add sugar (or monk fruit sweetener) and vanilla extract to the liquid. Stir until fully dissolved.
- Optional: For extra creaminess, stir in the almond milk.
- Refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice.
Notes
Soaking the rice for at least 4 hours is essential to extract the maximum flavor and achieve a creamy texture. Optionally, you can garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or serve with a cinnamon stick for added flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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