Horchata: Traditional Latin Beverage

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Horchata: Traditional Latin Beverage
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
6 servings

The creamy touch of the evaporated milk, together with the combination of rice and cinnamon, give this Horchata, a traditional Latin beverage, a unique flavor and texture. It makes a refreshing and nutritious snack for you and your kids.

Horchata: Traditional Latin Beverage is a delightful and refreshing drink celebrated for its creamy texture and inviting flavor. This traditional cuban horchata recipe, brought to you by CARNATION® MILKS, features the rich smoothness of NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk.

The homemade horchata combines fragrant ground cinnamon and ice cubes, offering a comforting chill perfect for any season. Optionally, adding lime rind strips introduces a subtle citrus zest that enhances the overall taste.

This easy-to-make beverage is a crowd-pleaser for gatherings and special occasions, from Thanksgiving to 3 Kings Day. Its simplicity makes it accessible to all skill levels, ensuring that anyone can enjoy making and savoring this delicious Latin American treat. Whether you serve it during winter festivities or as a refreshing summer drink, Horchata is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Step 1

Combine rice, cinnamon stick and water in large bowl; cool. Cover; refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 2

Remove cinnamon stick. Spoon rice into blender container (reserve soaking water). Cover; blend on High for 3 to 4 minutes until mixture is as smooth as possible. Add the reserved soaking water and sugar; blend for an additional 2 minutes. Strain mixture through a cheesecloth or fine sieve into a pitcher, pressing the rice solids until only a dry paste remains; discard paste. Stir evaporated milk into the mixture.

Step 3

To Serve: Pour into tall glasses with ice cubes; sweeten with additional sugar, if desired. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Garnish with lime rind.

Ingredients

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