Agua de Mazapán is a simple Mexican drink made with mazapan candy, water, evaporated milk, vanilla, and ice. It’s sweet, creamy, refreshing, and honestly one of the easiest drinks you can make in just 5 minutes.
Agua de mazapan is part of Mexico’s beloved aguas frescas, a family of refreshing homemade drinks made with water and simple ingredients, usually fruit, seeds, or in this case…mazapan candy.
If you’ve never tried it before, imagine the flavor of Mexican peanut candy blended into a creamy, icy drink that is sweet, nutty, and surprisingly light at the same time.
It’s the kind of treat that feels indulgent but still refreshing, especially on warm days when you just want something cold and sweet without it being too heavy.
You’ll Need
- Mexican Mazapan – on this recipe I am using De La Rosa brand.
- Evaporated milk – Makes the drink creamy and smooth without being heavy.
- Sugar – as needed.
- Water
How To Make Agua de Mazapán
Making agua de mazapán is fairly simple. You just need to add all the ingredients to a blender, then blend until smooth and transfer it to a large pitcher.
The next step is simply adding more water to the pitcher and adjusting the sweetness to taste. Then you can serve it over ice and enjoy. So simple, right?
Serving Your Agua Fresca de Mazapan
Serve it well chilled over plenty of ice in tall glasses. You can keep it simple or make it a little fun with toppings like a sprinkle of cinnamon or even crushed mazapan on top for extra flavor and texture.
It also pairs beautifully with savory Mexican food like tacos, tortas, quesadillas, or anything a little spicy. The creamy sweetness balances heat really nicely.
Tips & Notes
- Don’t add ice to the pitcher, as it will dilute the drink. It’s best to add ice directly to each glass when serving.
- For a smoother, silkier drink, blend a little longer until you reach the consistency you like. Otherwise, you may notice a slightly grainy texture.
- Since this recipe doesn’t include condensed milk, you can adjust the sweetness with sugar if needed. Just make sure to taste it first, as the mazapan already contains sugar.
Let’s Clear Up a Few Questions
Can I make agua de mazapan ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare it a few hours in advance and keep it in the fridge. Just give it a good stir before serving, since some of the mazapan may settle at the bottom. It will last up to 3 days in the fridge.
Can I make it without evaporated milk?
Yes, you can replace it with regular milk or plant-based options like almond, soy, or coconut milk. You can also make it with just water for a lighter version.
What is mazapan made of?
Mexican mazapan is a soft peanut candy made with ground peanuts and sugar. The most popular brand is De La Rosa, which is what I use for this recipe.
What are aguas frescas?
Aguas frescas are traditional Mexican drinks made by blending water with fruit, seeds, grains, or even candies, then lightly sweetening them. They’re refreshing, and meant to be enjoyed cold throughout the day. You’ll often find them served in big glass jugs at Mexican homes, street stands, and restaurants.
If you want to try more, you might also like my agua de melón and agua de chia, two classic and refreshing variations that are super easy to make at home.
More Creamy Agua Fresca Recipes
If you loved this agua fresca de mazapan, here are more creamy and refreshing aguas frescas you might enjoy making at home.
Agua de Mazapán
Ingredients
- 8 Mexican mazapanes (1 oz each)
- 6 cups water
- 12 oz evaporated milk (1 can)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sugar
For serving
- ice
- cinnamon powder (optional)
Instructions
- Unwrap the mazapanes and add them to a blender.
- Pour in the evaporated milk, vanilla, and 2 cups of water. Blend until everything looks smooth and creamy and the mazapan is completely dissolved.
- Transfer the mixture to a large pitcher and add the rest of the water.
- Add the sugar, stir well, and taste. Add a little more if you like it sweeter.
- Serve over plenty of ice and finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if you want that extra touch.
Notes
- This agua fresca is best served very cold, right after chilling or freshly mixed over ice.
- It keeps well in the fridge for about 2–3 days. Just stir before serving since the mazapan can settle at the bottom.
- Taste before adding extra sugar, mazapan is already naturally sweet.
I never thought I could do agua fresca out of mazapan candy, this is genius! Thank you for the recipe, it really takes a few minutes and is delicious.