Ube Horchata
Get ready to add some dreamy purple vibes to your drink lineup! Ube Horchata is a vibrant and creamy concoction that’s sure to make your taste buds dance with delight. This visually stunning beverage combines traditional horchata flavors with the unique sweetness of ube, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a brunch, enjoying it at a party, or simply treating yourself on a lazy afternoon, this drink is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
- Cinnamon sticks
- Ground cinnamon
- Ube ice cream
Instructions
1. Soak It Up
In a large bowl, combine rice and water. Let it soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you have the patience.
2. Blend Away
After soaking, transfer the rice and water to a blender. Add almond milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Purple Magic
Add the ube halaya and ground cinnamon to the blender. Blend again until everything is beautifully combined.
4. Taste Test
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher. Taste it and adjust sweetness if needed.
5. Chill Out
Pop the pitcher in the fridge to chill for a couple of hours. The colder, the better!
6. Serve It Up
Pour your cool ube horchata into glasses. Add a cinnamon stick or sprinkle with ground cinnamon for extra flair. Top with a scoop of ube ice cream if you’re feeling fancy!
Notes
Optional Toppings
Consider adding cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon, or ube ice cream for an extra touch of flavor.
Perfect for Any Occasion
This drink is ideal for brunches, parties, or simply enjoying a lazy afternoon treat.
Nutritional Info
Light on calories and big on flavor! Each cup is packed with vibrant ube taste without the guilt. Cheers to that!
Find it online: https://www.chyachya.com/ube-horchata/