Coquito Recipe: A Tropical Twist on Holiday Cheer

Coquito, a classic Puerto Rican treat, is a creamy, coconut-based dish that perfectly captures the spirit of the holidays. This silky drink is opulently rich, made with coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and a medley of warm spices. It instills a sense of joy and celebration in gatherings when it's enhanced with a big dash of rum. It's a taste of tropical paradise in a glass, served chilled and topped with cinnamon.

Type: Beverage/Drink

Cuisine: Puerto Rican

Keywords: Coquito, Puerto Rican, eggnog, coconut, holiday drink

Recipe Yield: 6 servings

Calories: 300

Preparation Time: PT10M

Cooking Time: PT0M

Total Time: PT4H10M (including chilling time)

Recipe Ingredients:

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 can (15 oz) cream of coconut
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 - 1.5 cups white rum (adjust to taste)
• Cinnamon sticks (for garnish, optional)
• Ground cinnamon (for dusting, optional)

Recipe Instructions: 1. Blend together coconut milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a blender. 2. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly blended. 3. Blend the mixture until smooth again after adding the white rum. 4. Transfer the coquito into large glass jars or bottles, then store in the refrigerator for a minimum of four hours or overnight. 5. If desired, top with a dusting of ground cinnamon and cinnamon sticks and serve chilled. Savor your mouthwatering coquito!