Description
Classic Horchata is a creamy and refreshing Mexican rice drink. This simple recipe brings together rice, cinnamon, and milk, creating an irresistible flavor perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 4 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 cups milk, dairy or dairy-free milk
- ⅓ cup maple syrup, or other sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the rice, water, and cinnamon sticks in a high-powered blender. Blend for 40 to 60 seconds until the mixture is ground well.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a large container. Cover and place it in the fridge to chill for 8 to 12 hours, preferably overnight.
- Strain the mixture through a nut-milk bag into a pitcher to separate the liquid from the solids.
- Add the milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup to the strained liquid. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Serve the horchata over ice and garnish with freshly ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the mixture sit longer in the fridge.
You can customize sweetness with different sweeteners based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg