Vegan Horchata Recipe
This vegan horchata brings a delightful twist to the traditional recipe by incorporating dairy-free milk and vanilla extract for added depth and flavor. Follow these instructions to create a refreshing and flavorful drink that's perfect for any occasion.
8 servings
Calories: 229kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups white long rice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3/4 cup sugar adjust according to your taste
- 4 cups water for soaking
- 4 cups fresh water for blending
- 2 cups dairy-free milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the white long rice and cinnamon sticks with 4 cups of water. Allow this mixture to soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to soften the rice and infuse the cinnamon flavor.
- After soaking, drain the rice and cinnamon sticks and discard the soaking water. Place the soaked rice and cinnamon sticks into a blender. Add 4 cups of fresh water and the sugar. Blend on high until the mixture is as smooth as possible. This might take a few minutes to ensure everything is well processed.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher or bowl. Press or squeeze to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. You may want to strain the mixture a second time to ensure it's extra smooth.
- To the strained liquid, add the dairy-free milk and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine everything evenly.
- Refrigerate the horchata until it's thoroughly chilled. This usually takes about 1-2 hours or serve your vegan horchata over ice. Sprinkle a little ground cinnamon on top for a hint of extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 1mg