Horchata Recipe

Time30m

Serves6

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the Rice
Place the long-grain white rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear, about 1-2 minutes.
2
Soak the Rice
Combine the rinsed rice and 4 cups of water in a bowl. Add the cinnamon stick. Cover and let it soak at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.

3
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, transfer the rice, water, and cinnamon stick into a blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the rice is finely ground and the mixture is milky.

4
Strain the Mixture
Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or pitcher. Use a spatula to press down and extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
5
Add Flavorings
Stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the strained liquid. Mix until the sugar is completely dissolved.

6
Add Milk
Pour in 2 cups of milk (or almond milk) and stir to combine. Adjust sweetness to taste, adding more sugar if desired.
7
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve over ice and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.