Today, we’re going to show you how to make a delicious ube horchata. This beverage is made with the creamy sweetness of the classic Mexican beverage, horchata, and the addition of ube (purple yam) for an extra hint of flavour.
What is ube?
Ube is a starchy root vegetable with a unique purple hue and sweet, nutty flavour. It’s popular in Filipino, Japanese and other Southeast Asian cuisines, where it is used to add colour and sweetness to desserts and drinks.
What is horchata?
Horchata is a classic Mexican beverage made from soaking ground nuts, grains or seeds in water and then straining the mixture. It’s often flavoured with cinnamon and sugar for added sweetness.
Why did you put two cultures together?
We wanted to create a unique and interesting drink that incorporates the sweetness of horchata with the nutty flavour of ube. The combination is delicious and adds an exotic twist to a classic beverage. Plus, common’ it’s pretty! I think everyone should give this tasty beverage a try!
Ingredients :
- 3 cups rice milk
- 1 ½ cups condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cups ice
- 2 tablespoons Ube powder
- ¼ teaspoon Ube extract
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the rice milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract and sugar. Blend until combined.
2. Add the ice and blend again until smooth.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the ube powder and ube extract until fully combined.
4. Pour the ube mixture into the blender and blend for 30 seconds or until fully incorporated with the other ingredients.
5. Serve your ube horchata over ice in tall glasses garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired! Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
• You can make the ube horchata ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• For a vegan option, substitute the dairy milks with plant-based alternatives like almond, oat or coconut milk.
• If you don’t have ube powder, you can use mashed cooked purple yam instead. Just be sure to strain out any chunks before serving!
Substitutions
• Instead of condensed milk, you can use ¼ cup honey for a natural sweetener.
• If you don’t have ube extract, try adding 2 teaspoons of orange-flower water or rosewater instead.
• For an extra creamy texture, add ¼ cup coconut cream to the blender with the other ingredients.
FAQ
Q: How long does ube horchata last?
A: Ube horchata will last up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Q: What can I do if I don’t have ube powder?
A: If you don’t have ube powder, you can use mashed cooked purple yam instead. Just be sure to strain out any chunks before serving! Enjoy!
Q: Can I make this recipe vegan?
A: Yes! Just substitute the dairy milks with plant-based alternatives like almond, oat or coconut milk.
Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can make the ube horchata ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Q: Is there a substitution for the condensed milk?
A: Yes! You can use ¼ cup honey for a natural sweetener. Enjoy!
Q: Can I add anything to make the ube horchata extra creamy?
A: Yes! For an extra creamy texture, add ¼ cup coconut cream to the blender with the other ingredients.
Q: Is there a substitute for the ube extract?
A: Yes! If you don’t have ube extract, try adding 2 teaspoons of orange-flower water or rosewater instead.
Q: How do I serve the finished beverage?
A: Serve your ube horchata over ice in tall glasses garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired!
Q: Is there anything else I should know before making ube horchata?
A: Yes! Be sure to blend the ingredients together for a full 30 seconds to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
Q: How should I store any leftover ube horchata?
A: Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious ube horchata! It’s a creamy and sweet treat sure to please everyone at your next gathering. If you make this recipe, let us know in the comments below or tag us on social media! We love seeing all of your creations!
Ube Horchata
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice milk
- 1½ cups Condensed milk
- 1½ cups Evaporated milk
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 2 tbsp Ube powder
- ¼ tsp Ube extract
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the rice milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract and sugar. Blend until combined.
- Add the ice and blend again until smooth.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ube powder and ube extract until fully combined.
- Pour the ube mixture into the blender and blend for 30 seconds or until fully incorporated with the other ingredients.
- Serve your ube horchata over ice in tall glasses garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired!
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