Milk Cocktail with Cocoa and Oats

Elena Butuc

This delicious and incredibly healthy drink is perfect for kids. Convincing them to eat oatmeal can be a challenge, but in this milk drink, they won't even notice it. They'll simply love the creamy texture and the chocolatey flavor of cocoa combined with milk.

Vary the consistency based on the amount of oats you choose to add to 1 cup of milk:

- 1 tablespoon of oats results in a smooth drink ideal for sipping through a straw.

- 2 tablespoons of oats give a slightly thicker texture, like a drinkable yogurt.

- 3 tablespoons of oats create a thicker, pudding-like consistency.

Customize it as you like; the important thing is that it's tasty and simple to make. This drink, whether enjoyed hot or cold, is sure to delight everyone.

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Ingredients

Metric US

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Milk

1 l

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Oat flakes

4 tbsp

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Cacao powder

2 tbsp

or carob powder

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Sugar

3 tbsp

to taste

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Cinnamon powder

0.5 tsp

Step by step

Step 1

Bring the milk to a boil, setting aside a small cup of it.

Step 2

In the reserved cup of milk, dissolve the cocoa thoroughly by mixing with a whisk until smooth.

Step 3

Add this cocoa mixture back into the milk pan and stir well, then bring it to a boil.

Step 4

You'll see the oatmeal used here.

Step 5

When the milk begins to boil, add the oatmeal and cinnamon, whisking them in, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from heat and let it sit for another 10 minutes to soften. Blend the mixture well, optionally passing it through a sieve for a smoother texture.

I personally skip the sieve but make sure to blend thoroughly.