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Homemade Cocoa Oat Milk

Published: Aug 16, 2024 · Modified: Jul 6, 2023 by Janelle Hama *This post may contain affiliate links. Disclosure

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I'm sharing my homemade cocoa oat milk recipe with you. It's made with whole food ingredients. This wholesome cold drink is ready in just 5 minutes.

a bottle of cocoa oat milk being poured into a glass
Pouring out pure goodness, this homemade cocoa oat milk is as nutritious as it is delicious!

If you're craving chocolate or want to offer a plant-based option for your kids, this cold chocolate oat milk recipe is perfect. It's all-natural, thick, and not overly sweet (although you can control the amount of sweetness).

You can enjoy it on its own or use it with cereals, in baking, or as part of a vegan milkshake.

For breakfast, I like to switch between this drink and my other homemade flavored milks with blueberries or strawberries, which I pour over a bowl of sweet porridge and fruit.

In cooler weather, I prefer to make my thick vegan hot chocolate instead.

About The Ingredients

rolled oats, cocao powder, salt and 3 medjool dates laid out on a white bench
Wholesome ingredients ready to blend into a smooth and creamy chocolate oat milk

The complete list of ingredients with measurements, can be found in the full recipe card below.

To create this easy recipe, you'll need to blend high-quality 100% raw organic cocao powder (unsweetened cocoa powder), rolled oats, cold filtered water, and a pinch of salt, which will help elevate your natural sweetener of choice.

I like to use either Medjool dates or maple syrup, both can be added to taste.

After blending, these simple ingredients need to be strained. I personally use an organic 100% cotton cloth, but a nut milk bag or a very fine strainer can also be used.

Variations

While it goes against the "chocolate" label of this recipe, you can leave out the cocoa and make a batch of homemade milk from oats, similar to making hemp milk at home.

To add a twist, consider incorporating spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, or ginger. Start by adding a pinch and adjust the flavor profile to your liking.

Vanilla is a great addition to give the flavors a little boost.

pouring chocolate oat milk into a glass bottle
Keep a bottle in the fridge for a healthy, guilt-free beverage anytime

Janelle's Tips

I highly recommend a limited blending time of up to 30 seconds; any longer and the oats can turn slightly viscous (slimy).

If you're on a gluten-free diet, note that oats are naturally gluten-free, but they need to be certified gluten-free as they are generally processed and handled in facilities where gluten products are present. Always check the labeling, I like to buy this brand.

If you're unsure what else you can make with your cocoa powder, consider making an all-natural healthy vegan persimmon pudding or bookmark this recipe for the right season. Otherwise try this dark hot chocolate (easily adapted).

a female hand holding a bottle of cacao milk
The whole family will love this healthy drink

Storage

Once I've made my cocoa milk, I pour it into an airtight glass vessel and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Before each use, I shake or stir it as there will be some separation, which settles at the bottom of the bottle.

a glass cup and bottle filled with choc milk
A refreshing glass of cocoa oat milk, made with love and whole foods. Sip and enjoy the rich, chocolatey flavor!

Did you make this? I'd love to know! Leave me a comment below with a ★★★★★ star rating or tag @plantbasedfolk on social media.

Recipe

a bottle of cocoa oat milk being poured into a glass

Homemade Cocoa Oat Milk

A homemade cocoa oat milk recipe that's made with whole food ingredients. This wholesome cold drink is ready in just minutes.
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Course: Beverage, Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Any, Australian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Rolled oats
  • 2 cups Filtered water
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 Medjool dates pitted, or use maple syrup to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Cacao powder
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Instructions

  • Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds.
    pouring chocolate oat milk into a cheesecloth
  • Pour mixture into a cheese cloth and squeeze out cocoa oat milk into a container. Drink immediately or store in the fridge in a sealed vessel.
    squeezing out the flavoured milk

Notes

 
 
 
US cups and spoons measurements have been used. 1 cup is 240ml, 1 tablespoon 15ml, 1 teaspoon 5ml.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Kat

    September 06, 2024 at 1:44 am

    5 stars
    So thick and delicious 🤤 easy too!

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  2. Kayla

    March 04, 2022 at 2:15 am

    5 stars
    This cocoa oak milk was so delicious! I loved how easy it was to make!

    Reply
  3. Noria

    March 03, 2022 at 6:54 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! So delicious. My daughter loved it! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Megan

    March 03, 2022 at 10:36 am

    5 stars
    So easy and delicious! Is perfect for our daily shakes.

    Reply
  5. Oscar

    March 01, 2022 at 10:55 am

    5 stars
    Loved this oat milk recipe, I sweetened mine with some liquid stevia, was delicious.

    Reply
  6. nancy

    February 08, 2022 at 11:40 am

    5 stars
    move over chocolate milk cuz these chocolate oat milk rules

    Reply
  7. Jean

    February 01, 2022 at 5:22 pm

    5 stars
    this is a great vegan drink! I use maple syrup as I dont have dates now.

    Reply
  8. Aggie

    January 14, 2022 at 1:53 pm

    5 stars
    Made this chocolate milk for my kids and they drank it all! Thanks for the tutorial.

    Reply
  9. Hilda

    January 13, 2022 at 6:33 pm

    5 stars
    Janelle, I’ve been having this chocolate oat milk since you released it. So easy, I would never have thought of this. Bless you.

    Reply
  10. Alexander

    January 03, 2022 at 5:14 pm

    5 stars
    How delicious! I love the cocoa flavour and delicate sweetness from the Medjool dates.

    Reply

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