Real Horchata
Indulge in the authentic taste of traditional Mexican horchata with this quick and easy "Real Horchata" recipe, perfect for satisfying your cravings for a creamy, refreshing drink. Made with simple ingredients like white rice, a fragrant cinnamon stick, sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of vanilla extract, this recipe captures the velvety sweetness and aromatic warmth that makes horchata so beloved. The rice and cinnamon are soaked and blended to create the base, ensuring every sip is bursting with flavor. After chilling, serve over ice with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a delightful finish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a few hours of resting, this homemade horchata is a must-try treat for summer afternoons, festive gatherings, or any time you want a taste of Mexico at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White rice
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 4 cups Water
- 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
In a blender, combine the washed rice, cinnamon stick, and 2 cups of water. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the rice and cinnamon break down into small pieces.
Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl, add the remaining 2 cups of water, and stir well. Cover and let it sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or for best results, overnight.
After soaking, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove the rice and cinnamon solids.
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk if desired.
Refrigerate the horchata until well chilled.
To serve, pour over ice cubes and sprinkle ground cinnamon on top as an optional garnish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 535 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.0 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 216.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1208 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
