Description
Experience a vibrant twist on a classic refreshment with this Delicious Ube Horchata, blending creamy ube halaya with fragrant cinnamon and nutty almonds for a cool, flavorful drink perfect for warm days or any time you crave a unique beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup White Rice (Soaked overnight)
- 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks (Broken to release flavor)
- 1/2 cup Chopped Almonds (Adds nutty richness)
- 2 cups Water (For soaking)
Flavoring and Creaminess
- 1/2 cup Ube Halaya (Jam) (Star ingredient)
- 1 cup Evaporated Milk (Or coconut condensed milk)
- 1 cup Milk of Choice (Oat, Almond, Whole, or Skim)
- 1 teaspoon Ube Extract (Adjust based on brand)
Garnish
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (For garnish)
- 1 stick Cinnamon Stick (For garnish)
Instructions
- Soak the Rice and Almonds: Soak the white rice, broken cinnamon sticks, and chopped almonds in 2 cups of water overnight to soften and infuse flavors.
- Blend the Soaked Mixture: After soaking, blend the rice, almonds, and cinnamon water mixture until smooth to extract the flavors and create a creamy base.
- Strain the Mixture: Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove solids, resulting in a smooth horchata base.
- Add Ube Halaya and Milks: Mix in the ube halaya, evaporated milk (or coconut condensed milk), and your choice of milk (oat, almond, whole, or skim) into the strained liquid, stirring until well combined.
- Add Ube Extract: Stir in the ube extract to intensify the color and flavor. Adjust the amount based on your taste preference and brand strength.
- Chill the Horchata: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to marry.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the chilled ube horchata over ice cubes. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top and a cinnamon stick for added aroma and decoration.
Notes
- Soaking the rice and almonds overnight enhances the flavor and ensures a smooth drink.
- Use a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to strain for the best texture.
- Adjust the sweetness by using coconut condensed milk or adding sugar if desired.
- Ube extract varies by brand; start with less and add more to suit your taste.
- This drink is best served cold and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Filipino
