Xanthan Gum Free Classic Horchata

Total time8 hr 10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

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Ingredients

6 servings

1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
2 cinnamon sticks
6 cup water
½ cup whole milk
⅓ cup granulated sugar, or to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract

For serving

ice, for serving
ground cinnamon, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the rinsed rice, cinnamon sticks, and 4 cups of water in a large bowl or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, until the rice has softened and the water is lightly cloudy and fragrant with cinnamon.
2
Discard the cinnamon sticks. Working in batches if needed, transfer the soaked rice and all of its soaking liquid to a blender. Blend on high speed for 2 full minutes, until the mixture is as smooth as possible and the liquid looks opaque and milky.

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