mote con huesillo
Mote con huesillo is a traditional Chilean summer drink and dessert made from husked wheat (mote) and dried peaches (huesillo) cooked in a sweet syrup. It is a refreshing, naturally sweet beverage that holds a nostalgic place in Chilean culture, often enjoyed during outdoor festivals and warm weather.
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Ingredients
- 8-10 pieces
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 6 cups
- 2 sticks
- 1 strip
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Chilean
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Originating from indigenous Mapuche practices combined with Spanish colonial influences, mote con huesillo became popular as a street food and homemade refreshment in Chile during the 19th century.
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