Horchata Recipe
Savor the charm of Horchata, a Mexican favorite simplified into a speedy delight using everyday ingredients, ready in just 45 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 255kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup almond milk or coconut milk
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch salt
- 4 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup pure cane sugar We like Zulka Morena
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot, combine the rice, water, almond milk, cinnamon sticks, cinnamon, and salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover, and allow to cook for 25 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks and add the rice mixture to a blender along with the remaining ingredients. Blend on high for 1 to 3 minutes until very smooth.
- If you prefer a smooth consistency, pour over a mesh sieve into a large pitcher, or pour in as-is. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
-Add ice if desired!
To STORE this Mexican Horchata you can transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it for 3-4 days. Simply give it a good stir before pouring it over ice or enjoying it straight from the fridge for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 4serving | Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 402IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 0.2mg