My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice Recipe

A festive Caribbean twist on carrot juice! This creamy, spiced beverage, reminiscent of holiday traditions, is a family favorite. Unlike your typical health-focused carrot juice, this recipe boasts a unique milk base infused with warming vanilla and nutmeg. It's incredibly versatile – enjoy it as a refreshing treat or elevate it to an adult beverage with rum or Guinness. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this recipe easily scales to serve a crowd. Get ready to experience a taste of Jamaican sunshine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 163.4 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice

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How to Make My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice

  1. Peel and chop 2 cups of carrots into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  2. Combine the chopped carrots, 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground cloves in a blender.
  3. Blend until completely smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any remaining pulp (optional, for a smoother texture).
  5. Pour the juice into glasses filled with ice.
  6. For an adult beverage, add 1-2 ounces of your preferred alcohol (rum or Guinness) per serving.
  7. Garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg or a cinnamon stick, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

11g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice?

My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice?

My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice has approximately 163.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice?

The key ingredients for My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice are Carrots, Water, Evaporated Milk, Ground Nutmeg, Vanilla Extract, Condensed Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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