Atole de Avena
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Atole de Avena
Description
The recipe begins by pulverizing rolled oats until they form a coarse flour, which allows for smooth thickening when cooked. Water with a cinnamon stick is brought to a boil and steeped to extract the warm spice flavor. The cinnamon is removed before adding the oat flour, which simmers gently while being stirred frequently to produce a creamy consistency. Milk and vanilla are added near the end to enrich the flavor and texture.
The final atole has a velvety texture and a comforting taste combining oats, cinnamon, and vanilla, similar to a warm cereal drink. Adjust sweetness by adding piloncillo, brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup, depending on preference. This drink is served warm, often enjoyed as a breakfast beverage or light snack.
Using oats that grind finely, like Quaker Old Fashioned Oats or Quick Cooking Oats, helps achieve a smooth texture without graininess. Adding sweetener during simmering allows it to dissolve fully. Reheating may require stirring to maintain consistency. Variations in milk types can subtly affect the creaminess.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats Quaker Old Fashioned
- 4 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup milk 1% fat; can also use low-fat evaporated milk or milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- piloncillo or brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup to taste
Instructions
- Grind the oats in a blender or small food processor until it reaches a thick flour consistency.
- In a saucepan bring the water with the cinnamon stick to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 30 minutes. Discard the cinnamon sticks.
- Optional: Add piloncillo or brown sugar and let it come to a boil uncovered until sugar dissolves.
- Add oats to the water and lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Add milk and vanilla and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
- Serve in a mug and add more milk or water if you want it thinner. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and if desired, sweeten to taste with brown sugar or maple syrup (this is totally optional).
Notes
- Use rolled oats that grind finely, such as Quaker Old Fashioned or Quick Oats, for a smoother drink.
- The nutrition information does not include sweeteners or garnishes; adjust additions to taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 71kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 111mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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