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Creamy Horchata de Coco Recipe Easy Homemade Tropical Drink with Cinnamon

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A creamy, tropical twist on traditional horchata using coconut milk and cinnamon sticks, perfect for cozy moments and refreshing year-round.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (about 190 grams), rinsed
  • 4 cups water (950 ml) for soaking and blending
  • 2 large cinnamon sticks
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk (about 80 ml)
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (13.5 oz / 400 ml), shaken well
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for sprinkling on top)
  • Ice cubes (optional, for serving chilled)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (190 g) long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Transfer to a large bowl and add 4 cups (950 ml) water and 2 cinnamon sticks. Soak at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Remove cinnamon sticks from soaking liquid and set aside. Pour rice and soaking water into a blender. Blend on high for 1 to 2 minutes until finely ground and milky.
  3. Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher or bowl. Press gently to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard or save rice pulp for other uses.
  4. Stir in 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk and 1/3 cup (80 ml) sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
  5. Add the reserved cinnamon sticks back into the pitcher. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and infuse flavors.
  6. Before serving, remove cinnamon sticks and stir the horchata. Pour over ice cubes if desired and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top.

Notes

Soak rice and cinnamon sticks overnight for best flavor. Use full-fat coconut milk for richness. Adjust sweetness after chilling. For a smoother texture, blend again before serving. Serve chilled over ice. Can be gently warmed on stove with cinnamon stick but do not boil.

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Keywords: horchata, coconut milk, cinnamon, creamy horchata, tropical drink, homemade horchata, vegan horchata, gluten-free drink

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