Jul 14 2026
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Horchata Recipe

Inspired by Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Traditional rice drink flavored with cinnamon and vanilla.

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Ingredients

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Rice Preparation

Flavoring

Milk Base

Garnish

Method

Rice Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps achieve a smooth texture.

  2. 2

    Soak the Rice

    In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice and water. Let the mixture soak for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to soften the rice.

Blending & Flavoring

  1. 3

    Blend the Ingredients

    After soaking, transfer the rice and water mixture to a blender. Add the cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, and sugar. Blend on high until the rice is finely ground and the mixture is smooth.

  2. 4

    Strain the Mixture

    Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher. Squeeze or press to extract as much liquid as possible while leaving the rice solids behind.

  3. 5

    Add Milk and Salt

    Stir in the milk (or almond milk) and add a pinch of salt. Mix well to combine all flavors.

Serving

  1. 6

    Chill and Serve

    Refrigerate the horchata for at least 30 minutes to chill. Serve over ice in glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.

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