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Atole de Avena

Oats are simmered until their starch softens into a warm, pourable grain drink. Grinding the flakes before cooking gives this atole-inspired version a smoother result without straining away the oats.

By Mixpert KitchenReviewed for clear measures, practical steps, and nutrition consistency.Our recipe standard
Ready in18 minMakes1 servingCalories · estimated per serving201Total sugar · estimated per serving16g
Light beige atole de avena in a dry mug with rolled oats, cinnamon and milk behind.Non-alcoholic
Step by step

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5 minutes preparation and about 13 minutes heating and gentle simmering.

  1. 01

    Pulse the dry oats in a blender or grinder into a fine meal. Add the measured cool water and milk and blend briefly until no large flakes remain.

  2. 02

    Pour into a small saucepan. Stir in the sugar and cinnamon, then bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.

  3. 03

    Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently across the bottom, until the oats are cooked and the drink is smooth and lightly thickened. Lower the heat if it starts to stick.

  4. 04

    Serve the whole unstrained batch warm in a large mug. Stir as needed; fine oat solids may settle.

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Easy swaps

  • Use 20 g quick oats in place of rolled oats; check texture earlier during simmering, and use their own reference if nutrient values differ.
  • Replace whole milk with the same volume of unsweetened soy milk for a plant-based variation; its nutrition changes.

Mixpert tips

  • Grinding before cooking avoids processing hot liquid in a sealed blender.
  • Keep the drink at a gentle simmer; rolling boiling encourages scorching and rapid reduction.
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Good to know

Atole de Avena FAQs

Is atole de avena a smoothie?

This version is cooked. Heating hydrates the ground oats and changes their starch texture, producing a warm grain drink rather than a cold raw-oat smoothie.

Do I strain the oats out?

No. The measured oats are part of the drink and its nutrition. Grinding before cooking makes the texture finer without an unmeasured fiber loss.

Why is it too thick after standing?

Cooked oats continue to absorb liquid as they cool. Stir while serving and, for a later batch, adjust the water rather than reducing the oats without recording the change.

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