For a richer flavor, try using brown rice instead of white rice, though it will result in a slightly darker color. Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference. Some people prefer a less sweet horchata. If you don't have cinnamon sticks, you can use 1-2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, but the flavor will be slightly different. For a dairy-free option, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of soy milk.
Vanessa's Horchata
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME4 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS9
Transport yourself to a sun-drenched plaza with this creamy, refreshing Horchata. Just as delightful as your favorite taqueria's version, this homemade rendition is surprisingly simple and utterly satisfying.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate52 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium19 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a high-powered blender, combine half of the rinsed white rice with 2 cups of water. Pulse until the rice is coarsely ground. (Approximately 2 minutes)
02
StepAdd 3 more cups of water to the blender along with 2 cinnamon sticks. Blend until the cinnamon sticks are broken into small pieces and the mixture is well combined. (Approximately 3 minutes)
03
StepPour the rice mixture into a large pitcher or container.
04
StepRepeat steps 1 and 2 with the remaining rice, water, and cinnamon sticks, adding each batch to the pitcher. (Approximately 10 minutes)
05
StepCover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to soften. (4-12 hours)
06
StepStrain the rice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined colander into another pitcher or bowl. Discard the rice and cinnamon solids.
07
StepStir in the soy milk, sugar, and vanilla extract into the strained liquid. Adjust sugar to taste. (Approximately 2 minutes)
08
StepChill until ready to serve. Serve over ice, and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired. (30 minutes)
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Javier Murphy
Jun 26, 2025This recipe is fantastic! It tastes just like the horchata I had in Mexico.
Augustus Pfeffer
Jun 22, 2025So easy to follow and the taste is amazing! Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Laron Prohaska
Jun 22, 2025I found it a little too sweet, so I reduced the sugar to 3/4 cup, and it was perfect for me.
Collin Ryan
Jun 15, 2025I made this for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.