Horchata De Melon
Cool, creamy, and refreshingly unique, Horchata de Melón is a must-try twist on traditional horchata, perfect for warm-weather sipping. This Mexican-inspired drink makes ingenious use of cantaloupe seeds, blending them with water, milk (your choice of whole, almond, or oat), a touch of cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a hint of sugar for a subtly sweet and aromatic treat. Strain and serve over ice for a silky, thirst-quenching beverage that’s both sustainable and delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is as practical as it is flavorful, complete with optional garnishes like cantaloupe slices or a cinnamon stick to elevate your presentation. Great for summer gatherings or a unique afternoon refreshment, this cantaloupe seed horchata transforms kitchen scraps into liquid gold!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Cantaloupe seeds (from 1 medium cantaloupe)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Ice
- 0 Optional garnish: cantaloupe slices or a cinnamon stick
Directions
Step 1
Scoop out the seeds from a medium cantaloupe and place them in a fine-mesh sieve. Rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any clinging fruit pulp, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Add the cleaned cantaloupe seeds, 4 cups of water, and ground cinnamon to a blender. Blend on high until smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
Step 3
Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing or squeezing to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the remaining pulp and seed solids.
Step 4
Stir in the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sugar, a tablespoon at a time.
Step 5
Serve immediately over ice, or chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours for a colder drink.
Step 6
For an added touch, garnish with cantaloupe slices or a cinnamon stick before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2083.5 grams (2083.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 938 |
| Total Fat 40.20g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat 14.10g | 71% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium 281mg | 12% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.80g | 42% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.60g | 34% |
| Total Sugars 90.50g | |
| Protein 32.90g | 66% |
| Vitamin D 248IU | 1240% |
| Calcium 712mg | 55% |
| Iron 5mg | 25% |
| Potassium 1326mg | 28% |
Source of Calories