Refreshing Oatmeal Drink (Agua de Avena)

Refreshing Oatmeal Drink (Agua de Avena)

This is a refreshing drink from Mexico that is very similar to horchata but healthier and easier to make! Serve cold.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 8 cups water, divided
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1
Combine 5 cups water, quick-cooking oats, and cinnamon stick in a blender; blend until combined, about 1 minute.

Step 2
Pour the oat mixture through a strainer, collecting the liquids in a pitcher and reserving the solids. Pour remaining water through the strainer containing the solids and into the pitcher. Add sugar and vanilla extract; refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Cook’s Notes:

Old fashioned oats can be substituted for quick oats, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

91
Calories
1g
Fat
20g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 91
% Daily Value *
Total Fat1g 1%
Saturated Fat0g 1%
Sodium8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate20g 7%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars13g
Protein1g
Calcium17mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium43mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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