Oat Milk Horchata Infused With Chai Tea
Looking for a delicious and refreshing drink that's perfect for any occasion? Try this recipe for Horchata with a twist - it's made with oats and infused with chai tea! This Horchata recipe is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional Horchata, as it uses oats instead of rice and is sweetened with natural ingredients like cinnamon and maple syrup. The addition of chai tea adds a unique and delicious flavor to this classic drink, making it perfect for those who love a little spice in their life. This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for entertaining. So why not give this Horchata recipe with oats and chai tea a try and impress your guests with this delicious and healthy drink!
What is Horchata?
Horchata is a traditional Latin drink made with plant based ingredients such as tiger nuts or rice, flavored with cinnamon and sweetened with granulated sugar. Horchata dates back to the 13th century.
Is a Horchata Mexican or Spanish?
In Spain, this drink is known as Chufa horchata and is made using soaked tiger nuts. In Mexico, the beverage is known as Horchata de arroz and is typically made with rice and scented with marigold flowers. Puerto Rico also have a variation made with sesame seeds, vanilla and cinnamon.
Next time you are having a Mexican night or celebrating Cinco de Mayo, give this Oaty Chai Horchata recipe a go!
Does Horchata Contain Alcohol?
A traditional horchata is a creamy non alcoholic drink. However, if you would like to make it into a cocktail, I think it would be nice with a dash of dark rum or brandy. Try it and see what you think!
You may also like this Mexican hot chocolate with tequila made with aromatic spices, indulgent chocolate, coconut cream and made tipsy with a dash of tequila!
Does a Horchata Contain Oat Milk?
A horchata is traditionally made with rice, tigernuts or other types of plants. I’m using oats to make this horchata. Oats are great at producing a thick creamy milk. Oat milks are gaining huge popularity these days because they are wonderfully thick without the added thickening agents that many non dairy milks contain.
For making this Horchata, you can either use shop bought oat milk for ease and speed, or make it from scratch. When making oat milk from scratch, there are a few things to note to avoid the oats going slimy. Firstly, never pre-soak the oats and secondly, do not use a nut milk bag to strain the oats. Any squeezing, will result in slime. When straining the liquid, it is best to pour through a fine mesh sieve or strainer.
How to Make Oaty Chai Horchata from Scratch
INGREDIENTS (Serves 4)
1 Vanilla pod
4 Cups of oat milk OR:
1 Cup (90g) of old fashioned oats
4 Cups of water
1/4 Cup (85g) of sweetener (agave, maple syrup, honey)
1/4 Cup (75g) of cream (regular or non dairy)
Cinnamon to serve - optional
METHOD
To make your oat milk: Start by adding your oats, cold water and a pinch of salt into a blender and briefly blend for 30-60 seconds. Strain through a sieve without squeezing the oats. Set aside to make your oaty chai horchata.
Mix together your oat milk, sweetener, cream.
Next, slice your vanilla pod lengthwise, scrape the seeds out and place the seeds and the pod your oat milk.
Finally, add your chai and allow to cold brew for 4 hours to overnight.
Once ready, pour through a fine mesh strainer over glasses of ice.
Add cinnamon to serve and enjoy!
