Coquito is a Puerto Rican Christmas drink similar to eggnog but with a base of coconut milk and Caribbean spices. Each family keeps its secret recipe passed down between generations during Christmas parties. This non-alcoholic version allows you to share tradition with all guests.
Latin American
Puerto Rican coquito without alcohol
Non-alcoholic Puerto Rican coquito with coconut milk, cinnamon and vanilla.
- Puerto Rico
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- Low fat
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
8
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 195 kcal
- Protein 4 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 22 g
- Fat 10 g
- Sodium 85 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Puerto Rican coquito without alcohol is a preparation from Puerto Rico with easy difficulty. Reserve about 20 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 5 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 400 ml of coconut milk.
- Have ready: 200 ml of condensed milk.
- Have ready: 200 ml of evaporated milk.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Have ready: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Blend coconut milk
Blend coconut milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla until smooth.
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Add cinnamon
Add cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and salt; beat 30 more seconds. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Taste spices and adjust cinnamon according to traditional Puerto Rican taste
Taste spices and adjust cinnamon according to traditional Puerto Rican taste.
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Transfer to a glass bottle and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Transfer to a glass bottle and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
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Shake well before serving in small, chilled glasses.
Shake well before serving in small, chilled glasses.
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Sprinkle cinnamon and decorate with grated toasted coconut
Sprinkle cinnamon and decorate with grated toasted coconut.
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Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; serve at Christmas and Caribbean parties
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; serve at Christmas and Caribbean parties.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with coconut rum for adults.
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