Mexican Oatmeal, or "Avena"
Avena (or Mexican Oatmeal) is the best way to start the day! A warm and comforting breakfast that’s perfect for cold mornings.
Servings: 4
Calories: 194kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 piloncillo cone
- 1 ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups milk
- sliced banana (optional)
Instructions
- Add water, cinnamon stick, and piloncillo cone in a stock pot.
- Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 4 minutes, or until piloncillo is fully dissolved.
- Add oats.
- Bring to a boil.
- Add the milk and vanilla. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Serve and top with bananas, if using.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
Vegan version: Use coconut milk or almond milk.
For a thicker consistency, only use 2 cups of water.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 1mg