Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This drink combines the boldness of coffee with the creamy, sweet, and subtly spiced flavors of horchata. It’s quick to make, requires minimal ingredients, and feels like a café-style beverage at home. A sprinkle of ground cinnamon adds the perfect finishing touch for both aroma and flavor.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- 8 ounces hot coffee
- ¼ cup (or more) horchata
- Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Directions
- Brew 8 ounces of your favorite hot coffee.
- Pour the coffee into a mug and stir in ¼ cup horchata (adjust to taste).
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy warm.
Servings and Timing
This recipe serves 1.
Prep time: 2 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Variations
- Increase horchata for a creamier, sweeter drink.
- Use iced coffee and horchata over ice for a refreshing version.
- Add a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive treat.
- Blend with ice for a frappé-style horchata coffee.
Storage/Reheating
Best enjoyed immediately. Coffee can be reheated gently, but horchata is best served fresh to maintain flavor.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought horchata?
Yes, either homemade or store-bought horchata works perfectly.
Can I make this iced?
Yes, combine cold coffee with horchata over ice for a refreshing version.
Can I make it vegan?
Yes, use plant-based horchata or almond/coconut milk-based horchata alternatives.
Can I sweeten it further?
Yes, add sugar, honey, or maple syrup to taste.
Can I make a larger batch?
Yes, multiply ingredients and stir well; add cinnamon just before serving.
Conclusion
Horchata Coffee is an easy, aromatic, and comforting drink that marries the bold flavors of coffee with the sweet, cinnamon-rich notes of horchata. Perfect for mornings, cozy afternoons, or festive occasions, it’s a simple yet indulgent beverage to enjoy any time of day.
PrintHorchata Coffee
Horchata Coffee is a delightful fusion of rich coffee and creamy, cinnamon-infused horchata. Slightly sweet, aromatic, and easy to make, it’s perfect for cozy mornings or afternoons.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewed
- Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
8 ounces hot coffee
¼ cup (or more) horchata
Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Instructions
- Brew 8 ounces of your favorite hot coffee.
- Pour the coffee into a mug and stir in ¼ cup horchata (adjust to taste).
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy warm.
Notes
Increase horchata for a creamier, sweeter drink.
Use iced coffee and horchata over ice for a refreshing version.
Add a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive treat.
Blend with ice for a frappé-style horchata coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
