The Best Horchata

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Horchata is a Mexican drink that's very refreshing on a hot day. I got this recipe a couple of years ago from a Mexican coworker, and it is the best horchata I've had!

close up view of Horchata with coffee in a glass and Horchata in a pitcher
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
2 quarts

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts hot water

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • 1 cup long grain rice

  • 1 cup milk

  • ice cubes, for serving

Directions

  1. Pour sugar, cinnamon, and rice into hot water; stir until sugar dissolves. Cover, and let stand at room temperature for at least 3 hours, but preferably overnight.

  2. Stir in milk, then puree with a hand blender, or in batches in a standing blender until the rice resembles fine sand. Strain through several layers of cheesecloth, or through a very fine strainer. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

91 Calories
1g Fat
20g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 91
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 25mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 52mg 4%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 52mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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