Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 cups ice cold water
- ½ cup organic cane sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- Pinch of salt
Optional
- 1 to 2 tablespoons vegan butter (for richer flavor and mouthfeel)
Instructions
- Rinse and Blend the Oats: Place the rolled oats in a strainer and rinse briefly under cold water to remove excess starch. Combine the rinsed oats with 2 cups of ice cold water in a blender. Start blending on low speed and quickly increase to high. If using a high-speed blender (like Vitamix), blend for about 30 seconds; if using a regular blender, blend for approximately 1 minute.
- Strain the Oat Milk: Strain the blended oat mixture twice through nut milk bags, using two layers for finer filtration, to remove oat pulp and achieve a smooth milk consistency.
- Heat and Sweeten: Pour the strained oat milk into a medium-large saucepan. Add the organic cane sugar and whisk to combine. Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking frequently to avoid scorching. It should take about 5 minutes for the milk to become steamy and hot without reaching a full boil.
- Simmer and Thicken: Once hot and slightly thickened, reduce the heat to low. Let the oat milk cook gently for 2½ to 3 minutes, whisking occasionally. The mixture should look glossy and thickened but still somewhat pourable.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat. Whisk in the vanilla bean paste and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
- Optional Enrichment: If desired, whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegan butter to give the condensed oat milk a richer flavor and creamier mouthfeel.
- Store Properly: Transfer the sweetened condensed oat milk into a lidded jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Stir well before use if frozen.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for best results as they blend smoothly and create creamy texture.
- Organic cane sugar is preferred for a natural sweetness without added flavors.
- Rinsing the oats before blending reduces sliminess.
- Adjust the amount of vegan butter for desired richness.
- Do not boil the mixture to prevent separation and bitterness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condensed Milk Substitute
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Dairy-Free
- Diet: Vegan