Agua de Avena (Oat Water)

Agua de Avena is a yummy agua fresca made with oats. It goes great with just about any Mexican recipe. 

Often referred to as Horchata de Avena, it requires soaking the main ingredient as in this authentic Horchata recipe.

Many people claim that it helps lose weight while others drink it for its beneficial nutrients. 

Naturally vegan, plant-based, and incredibly easy to make. Be sure to serve with plenty of ice. 

Ingredients

• oatmeal
• water
• vanilla 
• ground cinnamon
• sugar substitute, to taste

Rolled oats or old-fashioned oats work best in this recipe. Using quick oats or instant oats will result in a mushy texture. 

Use a sugar substitute like Stevia or Monk Fruit, or honey. 

To make it creamier, add sweetened condensed milk. 

Instructions

• Mix the oatmeal with 1 cup of water. 
• Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. 
• Soak the oats overnight in the fridge. 
• The next morning, discard the water used to soak the oats. 

The oatmeal will absorb some of the water, but not all of the liquid. Then strain and rinse the soaked oats with clean water. 

Put the oatmeal in a blender. 

Then add vanilla, cinnamon, sugar substitute, and the rest of the water. 

• Blend and serve. 

Taste for good measure. Add more sugar, if needed. 

You’ll notice immediately that it’s not too sweet. If you like it sweeter, adjust to your liking. 

Garnish with a little cinnamon on top. Chill and keep refrigerated.

Variations:

Dissolve a spoonful of instant coffee for a little coffee flavor. 

Or, chocolate powder for a chocolate-y taste. 

Try blending it with fruit – mango, strawberries, or bananas – for flavor and sweetness. 

Oat Milk vs Oat Water

Oat milk has a finer texture because the oats are discarded. Oat Water (or agua de avena) is thicker and somewhat chunkier because the oats are blended and included in the drink. 

Storing Instructions:

Place any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. 

To freeze, place in a freezer-safe, plastic bag. Remove as much air as possible. Store for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and consume right away, or within 2 days. The texture will be grainier and mushier. 

More Agua Fresca Recipes:

• Cucumber Agua Fresca
• Agua de Pina
• Agua de Fresa
• Agua de Melon

Skip the soda and sip on this refreshing Agua de Avena. For breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack, there’s no wrong way to enjoy this drink. ¡Buen provecho! 

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