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Horchata (Cinnamon Rice Milk)

Updated May 28, 2021Published Jun 11, 2016 By Julia Leave a CommentThis post may contain affiliate links.

Summary:
Horchata is a deliciously creamy Mexican rice milk with blended cinnamon, vanilla, and sweetener. It's the perfect refreshing beverage to enjoy on a hot summer day.
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Horchata

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Prep: 15 mins
Chill: 12 hrs
Yield: 5 servings

INGREDIENTS

Soaking Rice:

  • 2 cups uncooked white rice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups hot water

Added Last:

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar (Note 1)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cups cold water

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Soak Rice: Blend rice and cinnamon until powdered (Note 2). Add hot water to blender on top of rice powder, and blend again. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Strain: Blend chilled mixture, then strain a few times until liquid runs clean (Note 3).
  • Add Remaining Ingredients: Combine strained mixture with vanilla, sugar, cinnamon, and cold water in large pitcher (Note 4). Shake well.
  • Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for a few hours to chill drink prior to serving. Serve over ice cubes (Note 5).

NUTRITION

Makes 5 Servings (Note 6)
Amount Per Serving (8 oz drink):
Calories 90 (1% from fat)  
Total Fat 0g 0%
   Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Net Carb 20g  
Total Carb 20.5g 7%
   Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
   Sugars 5g  
Protein 1g  
Vitamin A 0% · Vitamin C 0% · Calcium 1% · Iron 5%

PHOTOS

pouring horchata into a glass
horchata served in glasses with ice
close up view of horchata

NOTES & TIPS

(1) Sugar. This can be substituted with honey or your favorite sweetener. Replacement with a zero-calorie and zero-carb sweetener like swerve results in about 75 calories and 15 grams of net carbs per serving.
(2) Blender. I use a small personal blender like the Nutribullet. Verify that your blender is safe for use with hot liquids.
(3) Straining. I typically strain twice: first using a wire mesh strainer, and second using cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need a third strain to remove remaining particles.
(4) Pitcher. I use a 2-quart Takeya iced tea pitcher. Any large container with tight-fitting lid will work.
(5) Serving. Enjoy horchata as a refreshing chilled beverage on a hot summer day. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If making ahead of time, note that separation is normal so shake it up just prior to serving.
(6) Nutrition. The provided calculation assumes that 25% of the white rice’s nutritional value is retained after straining.

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Filed Under: Drinks, Per Serving: More Than 10g Net Carbs Tagged With: 1-5ingredients, cinnamon, gluten free, more60min, nocook, rice, vanilla extract, vegan, vegetarian

About Julia

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julia is a recipe developer and the founder of Savory Tooth. Since 2015, she has been sharing simple recipes for tasty dishes, mostly low carb and gluten free. Learn more.

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