Horchata

Transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Mexico with this creamy, refreshing homemade horchata recipe. This traditional beverage combines the delicate nuttiness of soaked white rice with the warm spice of cinnamon, blended to perfection and sweetened with granulated sugar and a hint of pure vanilla extract. Enhanced with creamy whole milk and served refreshingly cold over ice, this horchata is an irresistible treat for any occasion. Ready in just minutes of hands-on time, this recipe prioritizes simplicity while delivering authentic flavor. Perfect for cooling off on a hot day or as a complement to your favorite Mexican dishes, this horchata recipe is a silky, cinnamon-spiced delight that will have guests coming back for more. Let the comforting blend of ground cinnamon and the option of a garnish elevate the presentation for an irresistible finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups ice cubes
• 1 optional garnish: ground cinnamon or cinnamon stick

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain well.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice, cinnamon stick, and 2 cups of water. Cover and let it sit at room temperature to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the rice to soften and absorb the cinnamon flavor.

Step 3

After soaking, remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the rice and water mixture to a blender. Add an additional 2 cups of water and blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 4

Place a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl or pitcher and strain the rice mixture, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.

Step 5

Whisk in the milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined and the sugar has dissolved.

Step 6

Chill the horchata in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or serve immediately over ice cubes.

Step 7

Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick for an added touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1952 grams (1952.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	762

Total Fat 8.30g	11%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 125mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 161.70g	59%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 112.50g
Protein 12.50g	25%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 433mg	33%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 455mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 83.8%