Horchata Frappe
By Marty Cole · February 27, 2026
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My abuela-adjacent friend Marisol took one sip of this Horchata Frappe out of the Ninja Slushi and went quiet, which from her is basically a standing ovation. It pours thick and creamy with that cinnamon-rice-milk flavor you get from the good taco truck, except frozen and slushy. The sweetened condensed milk is what makes it taste like a dessert instead of a sad cold drink. One tip: stir your prepared horchata before you pour it in, because the cinnamon likes to settle at the bottom and you want it spread through the whole batch.
Your machine size
Slushi 64 oz (Standard) · quantities scaled ×1
💡 Serve within 30 minutes
High-fat dairy can churn into butter under long agitation. Dispense and enjoy soon after it's ready.
Ingredients
- Prepared Horchata40 oz
- Whole Milk6 oz
- Sweetened Condensed Milk4 oz
- Ground Cinnamon1 tsp
- Cinnamon Stickoptional1 garnish
Makes ~52 oz
Directions
- 1Stir the horchata, milk, and condensed milk together until smooth.
- 2Whisk in the ground cinnamon so it is evenly dispersed.
- 3Pour the mixture into the Slushi vessel below the max line.
- 4Close the lid and choose the MILKSHAKE preset.
- 5Let it freeze until creamy and thick, about 40 minutes.
- 6Dispense and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Tips
- Pour your horchata mixture directly into the Slushi bowl at room temperature, no pre-chilling needed, and let the machine do the work for 20-60 minutes until it reaches your preferred slush consistency.
- If your mixture seems too thin after 45 minutes, add a tablespoon more sweetened condensed milk to increase the freezing point and help it set faster.
- Stop and scoop every 15-20 minutes to check the texture, since room temperature and bowl chill times vary, and you want to catch it when it's creamy slush, not rock hard.
Variations
- Swap half the whole milk for coconut milk and add a pinch of nutmeg for a spiced coconut horchata slush.
- Use Mexican chocolate (like Abuelita) instead of plain horchata as your base, keeping the cinnamon and condensed milk for a richer flavor.
FAQ
- Can I use store-bought canned horchata instead of prepared horchata?
- Yes, absolutely. Use the canned horchata straight from the can, mix it with the milk and condensed milk, pour into the bowl, and let the machine churn. No prep needed.
- My drink stopped freezing after 30 minutes and stayed liquid. What happened?
- The most common issue is adding too much liquid or using milk that was too warm when poured. Next time, reduce the whole milk by a few tablespoons and make sure your horchata base is cool before pouring.
- Can I make a lighter version with less sugar?
- Yes, use regular milk instead of sweetened condensed milk, or cut the condensed milk in half and add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for sweetness. It will be less creamy but still freeze into slush.
- How long will horchata slush keep in the freezer after I scoop it?
- Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but it will get icy over time. Best enjoyed fresh or within 1-2 days for the smoothest texture.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated
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Meet Marty Cole
I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.
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