Rice Cooler Drink Mexican Style Horchata
Cool off with the irresistible charm of this creamy Rice Cooler Drink, also known as Mexican-Style Horchata—a refreshing blend of wholesome white rice, aromatic cinnamon, velvety whole milk, and a hint of vanilla sweetness. This traditional Mexican beverage is simple to prepare, requiring just a quick soak and blend of ingredients to unlock its signature silky texture and comforting flavors. Perfectly spiced with ground cinnamon and served over ice, this chilled drink is an ideal companion for sunny days or as a sweet pairing to spicy meals. Whether you're hosting a fiesta or simply craving a taste of authentic Mexican tradition, this horchata recipe is guaranteed to impress with its balance of simplicity and indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Place the white rice and cinnamon stick into a blender and pulse a few times until the rice breaks into smaller pieces but is not finely ground.
Transfer the rice and cinnamon stick to a large bowl and add 2 cups of water. Let it soak for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for more flavor.
After soaking, pour the rice and water mixture into a blender. Add the remaining 2 cups of water, and blend on high for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and milky in appearance.
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher, pressing or squeezing to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.
Stir in the whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more sugar if needed.
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 1-2 hours to chill thoroughly.
Before serving, stir the horchata well and pour over glasses filled with ice cubes. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.8 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.1 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 707 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 810 mg | 17% | |
*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.
