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a glass of Horchata De Arroz. with a cinnamon stick

Horchata De Arroz (Mexican Rice Drink)

Lisa
This is a creamy, sweet Mexican rice drink with a hint of cinnamon and almonds. Its smooth, refreshing flavor makes it the perfect cool treat for warm days!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Soaking Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup  uncooked white rice (any kind will do)
  • ¼ cup  almonds, chopped
  • 2 cinnamon sticks or 2 teaspoons of cinnamon powder
  • 1 can (14 ounces) of condensed milk
  • 2 ½ cups  milk
  • 2 tsp  vanilla extract
  • 3 cups  water 2 cups for soaking the rice, 1 cup to add at the end
  • Ice, for serving

Instructions
 

Soak the rice

  • In a large bowl, combine the uncooked white rice, chopped almonds, cinnamon sticks (or powder) and wthe ater and stir the mixture to distribute the flavors.
  • Let the mixture soak for at least 5 hours, or ideally, overnight. This will soften the rice and allow the cinnamon and almond flavors to infuse the water.

Blend the Rice Mixture

  • After soaking, transfer the rice mixture (including the soaking water) to a blender.
  • Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, and the rice is ground up completely.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove any remaining solid bits. You may need to press the mixture with a spoon or spatula to extract as much liquid as possible.

Prepare the Milk Mixture

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, condensed milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  • Pour the milk mixture into the rice water blend, stirring in the water to dilute the drink to your desired consistency.
  • Chill the horchata in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors come together.

5. Serve and Enjoy

  • When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice and pour the chilled horchata over the top.
  • Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a light sprinkle of cinnamon powder for an extra festive touch.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 10gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 97mgPotassium: 388mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 271mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Horchata De Arroz
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