Avena Colombiana (Colombian Oatmeal Drink)
A recipe for Avena Colombiana (Colombian Oatmeal Drink)! Oats are simmered in milk, water, and spices, then refrigerated for a few hours before blending into a creamy and refreshing drink.
Servings 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) old fashioned oats
- 4 cups (950 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
Topping:
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, milk, and water over medium heat. Cook, stirring often- especially the bottom and sides, for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cinnamon stick, sugar, ground cloves, and salt. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Stir in the vanilla extract and transfer to a covered container. Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 3 hours to overnight.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the chilled drink to the blender. Puree until smooth. If too thick, add a little more water or milk.
- Serve chilled with a pinch of ground cinnamon sprinkled over the top.