A refreshing twist on traditional horchata, this Strawberry Horchata combines the creamy, nutty flavors of rice milk with the sweetness of strawberries.
Author:Marianne
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:4 hours 15 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Beverage
Method:Blending and Straining
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup of rice
4 cups of water
1 cup of strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/2 cup of sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
1 cup of milk (or almond milk for a vegan option)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Soak the rice in 4 cups of water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Blend the soaked rice with the soaking water until smooth.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher.
Add the sliced strawberries, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and milk to the rice water.
Blend again until the strawberries are fully incorporated.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Serve over ice and enjoy!
Notes
For a creamier texture, use whole milk instead of almond milk.
Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference.
This drink can be made a day in advance for convenience.