Coquito de Puerto Rico

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 4
Coquito de Puerto Rico: a thick and creamy coconut-based drink
in Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1 can cream of coconut
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
1/4 cup water
1 scoop vanilla bean ice cream ( optional )
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole cloves
1 pinch ground cinnamon ( optional )
1 pinch ground nutmeg ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
379
Sugar
49g
Fat
17g
Coquito de Puerto Rico is a traditional holiday drink that originated in Puerto Rico. It is similar to eggnog, but with a coconut twist. The drink is made with cream of coconut, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and spices. It is a popular drink during Christmas time, with families sharing their own unique recipes with each other. Some variations include adding rum or serving the drink warm with a dash of cinnamon on top. Coquito de Puerto Rico is a delicious and festive way to celebrate the holiday season.

Instructions

1.In a blender, combine all ingredients except for the ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
2.Blend on high until mixture is smooth and creamy.
3.Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
4.When ready to serve, sprinkle ground cinnamon and nutmeg on top.

PROS

Coquito de Puerto Rico is a rich and indulgent drink, perfect for holiday celebrations or as a dessert.

Its creamy texture is sure to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.

CONS

Due to its high calorie and sugar content, Coquito de Puerto Rico should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Coquito de Puerto Rico is not particularly healthy, it contains coconut milk, which is a good source of medium chain triglycerides.
These fats are known to boost metabolism and improve brain function. They may also help to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.

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