Horchata (Mexican Breakfast Drink)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 15

Delicious Horchata recipe for a refreshing Mexican breakfast drink

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

20g

Fat

Horchata is a traditional Mexican breakfast drink that is enjoyed throughout Central and South America. It is made by blending rice, almonds, cinnamon, and sugar with water to create a sweet and nutty beverage. Some people also like to add vanilla or lime to their Horchata for an extra burst of flavor. This drink is best enjoyed over ice and is often served with breakfast foods like tamales or churros. Whether you're looking for a refreshing drink to cool you down on a hot day or a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning meal, Horchata is a delicious and satisfying choice.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer and put it in a large bowl. Cover with water and soak overnight.
2.	Drain the rice and discard the soaking water. Combine the rice, ground almonds, cinnamon stick, and quart of fresh water in a blender and blend until smooth.
3.	Let the mixture stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
4.	Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl. Stir in the vanilla sugar and sugar until well combined.
5.	Refrigerate until chilled.
6.	Serve over ice. Enjoy!

PROS

Horchata is a delicious and refreshing Mexican breakfast drink that can help to cool you down on a hot day.
The combination of rice, almonds, cinnamon, and sugar make for a sweet and nutty beverage that is perfect for any occasion.

CONS

Although Horchata is a tasty drink, it is high in calories and sugar.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While drinking Horchata may not offer significant health benefits, it can be a healthier alternative to other sugary beverages. Rice is a good source of carbohydrates, making Horchata a good choice for energy. Additionally, almonds are rich in nutrients like protein, healthy fats, and fiber, which can help to improve heart health and digestion.

	8 ounces white rice
	2 ounces ground almonds
	1 cinnamon stick
	1 quart water
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla sugar
	3 ounces sugar