Ecuadorian Colada
A creamy, cinnamon-spiced Ecuadorian colada made with oats, apples, milk, and maple syrup. A cozy, nourishing drink served warm or chilled. Perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- ¾ cup oats soaked in water until they measure about 1 ½ cups
- 2 apple sliced
- 2 cups milk of choice almond milk works well
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the water and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly and let it simmer until the water turns a deep brown and fragrant, about 15–20 minutes.
- Remove or strain out the cinnamon sticks.
- Add the apple slices to the pot and cook on medium heat until the apples soften
- Stir in the soaked oats along with the soaking water. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the milk, let it come to a boil and then remove from heat. Let it cool for 15- 20 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender, add maple syrup, and blend until smooth.