Soy Milk Horchata

 

Horchata is one of my favorite beverages, but it’s usually made with milk. To avoid dairy, I used soy milk instead (most vegan versions use almond milk).

• 2 tblsp raw sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water 
• 3 tblsp soy milk powder mixed with 1 cup water
• 1 cup long-grain white rice, washed and drained
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 cups boiling water
• ice
• additional cinnamon stick for garnish

1. Add dissolved raw sugar to the soy milk. Chill in the fridge overnight.
2. Put rice and 1 cinnamon stick in a large bowl and pour in boiling water.
3. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and let rest overnight. 
4. Remove cinnamon stick. Blend with chilled sweetened soy milk until smooth.
5. Strain through cheesecloth into a large bowl. Squeeze or press down with a spoon to pass as much liquid through as possible.
6. Serve over ice. Garnish with additional cinnamon stick.