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Atole de Avena: Easy Oatmeal Drink

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Atole de avena is a healthy and delicious Mexican oatmeal drink perfect for fall. This recipe is simple and uses just a few ingredients.

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You don't need any special equipment to make it!😉The oats and milk create a rich and creamy base, while the cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar add depth of flavor.

This Atole de Avena is sure to become a favorite in your household! For more soothing drinks, try Mate Cocido, White Hot Chocolate, Mexican Hot Cocoa, or Cherry Hot Chocolate.

How to Make Atole de Avena

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

Add water and cinnamon stick to a medium-sized saucepan, cover, and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add oats, milk, brown sugar, and evaporated milk to a blender and blend until smooth.

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Add the oat mixture and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently until it coats the back of the spoon, about 10 minutes, or until it reaches the desired consistency.

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Remove the pot from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract. Taste and adjust the sweetness with more brown sugar if desired. Remove the cinnamon stick and divide the Atole de Avena evenly among serving mugs. Serve warm. 

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Recipe

Atole de Avena

by Camila Benitez
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Atole de Avena is a healthy and delicious Mexican oatmeal drink that is perfect for fall. This recipe for Atole de Avena is simple and can be easily made with just a few ingredients. You don't need any special equipment to make it!😉The oats and milk create a rich and creamy base, while the cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar add depth of flavor.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine Cental America, Mesoamerica, Mexican
    Servings 5 Cups
    Calories 200 kcal

    Equipment

    • Medium-sized saucepan
    • Heat Resistant Silicone Spatula
    • Canned opener
    • Mugs

    Ingredients
      

    For the Atole the Avena

    • ½ cup old-fashioned oats
    • 2½ cups whole milk
    • 1 ( 12 fl oz) Full fat evaporated milk or 1-½ cups of whole milk
    • 2¼ cups water
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 3 cinnamon sticks
    • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Add water and cinnamon stick to a medium-sized saucepan, cover, and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
    • Add oats, milk, brown sugar, and evaporated milk to a blender and blend until smooth.
    • Add the oat mixture and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently until the oat mixture coats the back of the spoon, about 10 minutes, or until it reaches desired consistency.
    • Remove the pot from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract. Taste and adjust the sweetness with more brown sugar if desired.
    • Remove the cinnamon stick and divide the Atole de Avena evenly among serving mugs. Serve warm.

    Watch how to make it

    Notes

    How to Store & Re-Heat
    To store: Allow it to cool completely to room temperature. Transfer the leftover Atole to an airtight container and refrigerate it for 2 days.
    To reheat: Pour the desired amount into a saucepan and gently warm it over low heat, stirring occasionally until heated. You can also reheat individual servings in the microwave by placing them in a microwave-safe mug and heating them in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed to your liking.
    Make Ahead
    Atole de Avena can be made a day ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Then, when you're ready to serve, reheat the Atole on the stovetop or in the microwave; remember that Atole becomes quite thick under refrigeration, so you may want to thin it with some milk or water before reheating.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Atole de Avena
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    200
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    4
    g
    6
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    13
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.3
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    15
    mg
    5
    %
    Sodium
     
    59
    mg
    3
    %
    Potassium
     
    255
    mg
    7
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    35
    g
    12
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    28
    g
    31
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    204
    IU
    4
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.1
    mg
    0
    %
    Calcium
     
    198
    mg
    20
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.

     

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    Published: Sep 30, 2022 · Last Updated: Nov 13, 2025 by Camila Benitez · This post may contain affiliate links

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