Ever crave the sweet and creamy horchata but don’t need a huge batch? As someone in a two-person household, I love recipes that make just enough without the waste. Most horchata recipes online are designed for large groups, but if you are like me and prefer smaller portions, I got you covered with my quick and easy small batch horchata recipe!
What is Horchata?
Horchata is a sweet, creamy drink that originated in Spain and Latin America. Horchata is made differently depending on the region. In Mexico, it’s traditionally made with long-grain white rice, water, sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of vanilla. In Spain, horchata is made with tiger nuts, sugar, and water. This refreshing, lightly spiced beverage is perfect for cooling down on hot summer days.
Small Batch Horchata Ingredients
- 1 cup rice: Long-grain white rice works best for this recipe. It has a neutral flavor and it blends well with other ingredients.
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 can of sweetened condensed milk: You can adjust the sweetness level to your taste preference.
- 1/2 can of evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the rice, hot water, and the cinnamon sticks. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or overnight for even better results.
Blend the soaked rice and cinnamon mixture until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding any solids.
Add the condensed milk, evaporated milk, 2 cups of water, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir until fully combined.
Pour the horchata over ice and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
This recipe is perfect for 3 servings.
If you enjoyed this small batch horchata recipe, you might also like this strawberry agua fresca recipe.
Small Batch Horchata Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice: Long-grain white rice works best for this recipe. It has a neutral flavor and it blends well with other ingredients.
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 can of sweetened condensed milk: You can adjust the sweetness level to your taste preference.
- 1/2 can of evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract optional
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the rice, hot water, and the cinnamon sticks. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or overnight for even better results.
- Blend the soaked rice and cinnamon mixture until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding any solids.
- Add the condensed milk, evaporated milk, 2 cups of water, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir until fully combined.
- Pour the horchata over ice and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
- This recipe is perfect for 3 servings.
- If you enjoyed this small batch horchata recipe, you might also like this strawberry agua fresca recipe.
