Description
Classic Mexican Horchata is a refreshing rice-based drink made with white rice, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla. This creamy, chilled Mexican beverage is perfect for summer gatherings and pairs beautifully with spicy dishes. Make this authentic horchata at home using pantry staples and enjoy a traditional agua fresca with a hint of cinnamon sweetness.
Ingredients
1 cup white rice
2 cinnamon sticks
4 cups water
0.5 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups milk or dairy-free milk
Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Combine white rice and cinnamon sticks with water in a large bowl. Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Blend the soaked rice, cinnamon sticks, and soaking water until smooth and milky.
3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher.
4. Stir in sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until fully combined and sugar is dissolved.
5. Chill the horchata for at least 1 hour before serving.
6. Serve over ice and optionally sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Notes
Homemade horchata is customizable—use oat or almond milk for a dairy-free option.
Always strain the mixture well for the smoothest texture.
Sweetness can be adjusted to your preference—add more or less sugar as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg