Refreshing Oatmeal Drink (Agua de Avena) Recipe

Ingredients

This recipe was originally developed for 8 servings. Ingredient amounts scale automatically, but cooking times and steps remain the same. Keep in mind that not all recipes scale perfectly.

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

Directions

Step 1: In a blender, combine 5 cups of water, the quick-cooking oats, and the cinnamon stick. Blend for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

Step 2: Pour the blended oat mixture through a fine strainer into a pitcher, catching the liquid and leaving the solids behind.

Step 3: Add the remaining 3 cups of water through the strainer to extract any remaining flavor from the solids, letting it flow into the pitcher.

Step 4: Stir in the white sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.

Step 5: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour or until thoroughly chilled before serving.

Cook's Notes

• Old-fashioned oats can be substituted for quick-cooking oats if preferred.
• The sweetness can be adjusted: most enjoy a full cup sugar, but 1/3 cup works well for a less sweet version.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 91
• Total Fat: 1g (1% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 0g (1% DV)
• Sodium: 8mg (0% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 20g (7% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% DV)
• Total Sugars: 13g
• Protein: 1g (3% DV)
• Calcium: 17mg (1% DV)
• Iron: 1mg (3% DV)
• Potassium: 43mg (1% DV)

*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 based on available data; some ingredients may not have complete nutrition information. Consult a healthcare professional if you have specific dietary restrictions.