Sweet Corn Atole Hot Beverage

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a dairy-free version.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

Add 3 cups of water and 1 stick of cinnamon to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

Boil for 15 minutes or until the cinnamon is fragrant.

Add 2 cups of frozen thawed corn to a blender with 1 cup of water.

Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth.

Add the blended corn directly to the pot with the cinnamon water or strain it for a smoother texture.

Add 1 quart of whole milk to the pot.

Add 1/4 cup of sugar to the mixture, adjusting to taste.

In the blender, add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, shaking until dissolved.

Add the cornstarch mixture to the pot and stir well.

Add 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and stir again.

Reduce heat to low to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens.

Serve in a mug and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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