This is a refreshing drink from Mexico that is very similar to horchata but healthier and easier to make Serve cold
Prep Time
1 hr 10 mins
Dificult
Medium
Servings
8
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine 5 cups water
quick-cooking oats
and cinnamon stick in a blender; blend until combined
about 1 minute.
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 Note
You can substitute old-fashioned oats for quick oats if desired.Most of my family enjoys this beverage with a full 1/2 cup sugar
but it also tastes great with 1/3 cup for those who don't like drinks too sweet.
Editor's Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of oats. The actual amount of oats consumed will vary.