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How to Froth Oat Milk (8 Ways)

Barista-level lattes can absolutely be made at home by frothing oat milk! There are 8 ways to froth oat milk, each with its own pros and cons, resulting in delicious, foamy and beautiful lattes at home.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: latte, oat milk, oat milk latte
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 92kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Milk Frother

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces barista oat milk

Instructions

  • Ensure your oat milk is at the desired temperature. If you're making a hot beverage, you can gently heat the oat milk on the stovetop or in the microwave. For a cold beverage, you can use the oat milk directly from the refrigerator.
  • Pour the oat milk into the milk frother's frothing container. Most standalone milk frothers have specific markings indicating the maximum level for frothing, so pay close attention to that mark.
  • If the recipe calls for adding any sweeteners or flavorings to your frothed oat milk, do so at this stage.
  • Close the lid of the milk frother securely to prevent any splattering during the frothing process.
  • Depending on your milk frother model, select the appropriate frothing mode. Many machines have different settings for hot froth and cold froth. Choose the one that matches your desired beverage.
  • Press the start button to begin the frothing process. The machine will activate the frothing mechanism, which may include whisking or spinning to introduce air into the milk.
  • Keep an eye on the milk frother as it operates. It will automatically stop when the frothing process is complete. This typically takes a minute or two.
  • Once the milk frother has finished frothing, carefully pour the frothed oat milk into your beverage of choice. You can use a spoon to hold back the foam if needed.

Notes

*Other ways to froth: There are overall 8 ways to froth oat milk. This recipe includes one of the most easily accessible way - using a milk frother. For specific directions on how to froth oat milk, read above.
Choose the right oat milk: Barista milk, such as barista oat milk, is specifically made for coffee and espresso drinks. It’s favored by baristas all over for its ability to create a creamy, stable foam ideal for latte art and consistent textures. When looking on your own for the best barista oat milk, aim for high protein content as that ensures lasting foam.
Start with cold milk: When using a steam wand, hand frother or milk frother, the best results will come from starting with a cold barista oat milk. It will result in the most foamy, frothy texture.
Use the best equipment: For the best frothed oat milk results, I suggest a steam wand attached to an espresso machine, a milk frother or a hand frother. If you make lattes at home often, it's worth investing in the right equipment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 354IU | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 1mg