Mote Con Huesillo Chilean Drink

dried peaches

🥗Healthier: fresh peaches

💰Cheaper: canned peaches

Fresh peaches provide a lighter option and canned peaches are often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness while brown sugar can be more cost-effective.

Soak mote in water overnight to soften.

Boil soaked mote in water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Drain mote and set aside to cool.

In a pot, combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks.

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Add dried peaches and simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Add lemon zest and vanilla extract to the peach mixture.

Combine cooked mote with the peach mixture in a serving bowl.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serve cold, garnished with additional peach slices if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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