Atol de Nuez
Atol de Nuez is a traditional Guatemalan drink made from milk, sugar, and ground nuts. It's a warm, comforting beverage often enjoyed during the holiday season.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
- Ground nuts - 1 cup
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
- Sugar - 1/2 cup
- Milk - 4 cups
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, combine the milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix the ground nuts with a little bit of milk to make a paste.
- Add the nut paste to the pot and stir well to combine.
- Dissolve the cornstarch in a little bit of cold water and then add it to the pot, stirring constantly.
- Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve the Atol de Nuez warm, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Beverage
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Sugar: 12g
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