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Creamy Horchata Cinnamon Rice Drink

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This creamy horchata cinnamon rice drink is a refreshing, nostalgic Mexican beverage made with blended rice, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla. It’s silky, sweet, and perfect for cooling off on a hot day or serving at gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup uncooked white rice (long grain, jasmine, or basmati)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 large or 2 small cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon)
  • 2 cups whole milk (or 2% or dairy-free milk like oat or almond)
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup sugar (or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Ice cubes, as needed for serving
  • Ground cinnamon, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Place uncooked rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 30 seconds until water runs mostly clear.
  2. Add rinsed rice to a large bowl or blender. Pour in water and add cinnamon sticks. Cover and soak at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Remove cinnamon sticks (optional: leave one in for stronger flavor). Pour rice and soaking water into blender. Blend on high for 2-3 minutes until mostly smooth and milky.
  4. Set a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a large bowl or pitcher. Pour in blended mixture and let it drip through. Press out as much liquid as possible. Discard rice pulp.
  5. To strained rice milk, add whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until dissolved.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until icy cold.
  7. Serve over ice in tall glasses. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top.

Notes

For best results, soak rice overnight and use fresh cinnamon sticks and pure vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Horchata separates as it sits—stir or shake before serving. Dairy-free and vegan adaptations are easy with plant-based milks and condensed coconut milk. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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