At this point, Starbucks’ off-the-menu items aren’t much of a secret. That’s because the drinks tend to quickly go viral on social media, thanks to their crazy colors or strange flavor combinations. And while we’re sometimes skeptical of the mash-ups, the latest one intrigues us: it’s an oatmeal latte, made by spiking Starbucks’ oatmeal (made with steamed milk, by request) with two shots of espresso, according to PopSugar.
While we don’t love what this new item would do to our wallets (after all, the coffee chain recently announced a price hike
Add the frothed milk to the pot of simmering oats—reserving a bit of foam, if possible—and stir constantly until the oats are creamy and smoothie-like in consistency (it should be more liquid-y than a typical bowl of oats). Pour the mixture into a mug, add some brown sugar to sweeten, then top the latte with a shot or two of espresso (or very strong coffee). Finish the latte off with the last bit of foam, and then top with a crunchy element—be it granola, or toasted pecans or walnuts. Take it on the go (breakfast and coffee in one!) or leisurely enjoy on a lazy Saturday morning.
Now, to sip it or to eat it? Do whatever feels right—likely a combination of both.
Add the frothed milk to the pot of simmering oats—reserving a bit of foam, if possible—and stir constantly until the oats are creamy and smoothie-like in consistency (it should be more liquid-y than a typical bowl of oats). Pour the mixture into a mug, add some brown sugar to sweeten, then top the latte with a shot or two of espresso (or very strong coffee). Finish the latte off with the last bit of foam, and then top with a crunchy element—be it granola, or toasted pecans or walnuts. Take it on the go (breakfast and coffee in one!) or leisurely enjoy on a lazy Saturday morning.
Now, to sip it or to eat it? Do whatever feels right—likely a combination of both.
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