Recreate This Delicious Horchata in Your Kitchen
Experience the irresistible charm of horchata
If you haven’t tried horchata, prepare to fall in love.
Years back, during a trip to Chicago, I had the opportunity to try it for the very first time. We were visiting a Mexican relative who graciously served it alongside a plateful of delicious gorditas and fiery salsa.
It was such a delicious experience.
Gorditas and salsa were the perfect contrast of hot and spicy to horchata, a nourishing, cool summer beverage. Plus, it was dairy-free and so very refreshing.
I was hooked.
I was determined to make this combination a part of my kitchen. Thankfully, I learned how easy it is to recreate this delicious drink in the kitchen.
Over the years, I’ve fine-tuned the recipe to align with my commitment to living a healthier lifestyle. This horchata embodies the perfect balance of flavor and wellness by eliminating dairy and refined sugars and incorporating nutrient-rich ingredients.
Creating delicious recipes in your kitchen with family and loved ones is a nearly effortless way to create cherished memories. And I have a feeling horchata will quickly become a treasured family favorite.
Not only does it deliver on taste, but it also offers good-for-you benefits.
The rich and creamy texture of horchata is smooth and refreshing from the very first sip. But what makes it even more impressive is its array of health benefits.
Cashews
Cashews boost your energy levels. They also play a role in lowering cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease, and cancer. And thanks to their healthy fats, cashews are linked to weight loss benefits.
Rice
Rice is both cholesterol-free and low in saturated fats. It also provides a reliable source of carbs, especially beneficial for athletes or those with high energy demands.
Medjool Dates
Medjool dates eliminate the need for refined sugars. They promote heart health and healthy blood pressure. They’re also rich in magnesium, help regulate mood, and provide natural energy.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon supports heart health, aids in weight loss, helps suppress appetite, and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Horchata is not just a delicious dairy-free and refreshing drink; it’s also a nourishing treat.
It’s a perfect cooling summer delight.
The Best Healthy and Delicious Horchata Recipe
Recreate This Delicious Horchata in Your Kitchen
Ingredients
Instructions
- Soak your cashews and rice in a bowl filled with enough filtered water to cover by a couple of inches. You want to soak everything so it’s soft enough to blend. Overnight works well, but at least 4 hours.
- If you don’t have a high-speed blender, soak your dates too.
- Once the cashews and rice are finished soaking, drain the soaking water. Rinse.
- Place the rice, cashews, and pitted dates in the blender with the filtered water– use about 3/4 of the eight cups of water at this point, depending on the size of your blender.
- Blend for 1–2 minutes. Test for sweetness. Add a touch of maple syrup if it’s not quite as sweet as you want.
- Strain the contents from the blender through the nut bag into the large bowl.
- Squeeze out the liquid into the bowl.
- Add the remaining filtered water, cinnamon, vanilla, and almond extract.
- Whisk to combine.
- Serve over ice.
Notes
- Chill in the fridge for flavors to combine. But if you’re anything like me and have a hard time waiting, add the horchata to a cup of ice and enjoy!
- Store the horchata in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It keeps for 2–3 days.
The unique blend of flavors and the refreshing allure of this beloved Mexican drink has forever captured my heart. Our gracious host in Chicago offered us such a delicious experience.
If you ever have the opportunity to try gorditas, fiery hot salsa, and horchata together, prepare to fall in love. It’s the perfect contrast of deliciousness.
I hope this horchata recipe inspires you to explore new flavors and experiment with nourishing ingredients. Recreating this delicious drink in your kitchen is an easy way to create cherished memories and treasured favorites.
