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Roll your own oats

MNBäcker's picture
MNBäcker

Roll your own oats

Hi, gang.

So, I am thinking about getting something that would allow me to roll oats here at home. I've poked around a little bit, but am not sure what "toy" to get. I probably wouldn't roll a whole lot at once, and wouldn't be opposed to crank 'em out by hand.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Stephan

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Rocketcaver

I have an attachment for my KitchenAid mixer that rolls oats.  It's not made by KA, I'll look it up when I get home.

I use it all the time, works great. 

 Later...

Here is the one I have:  http://www.pleasanthillgrain.com/grain_flaker.aspx

Actually it's an oat "flaker". 

MNBäcker's picture
MNBäcker

So, I looked at your link for the attachment - interesting. I actually had not seen this particular line...

You're saying that the flaker attachment fits onto the front of your Kitchenaid?

Nevermind, I just saw that you need a special flaker attachment to fit the Kitchenaid directly. I guess for that price, I might be better off with a KoMo Flocino or FlicFloc, if I don't mind the manual action?

Stephan

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Rocketcaver

When I bought mine they were around $99, I see the prices have gone up a bit since then.  The one I have fits directly on my KA, yes.

You can get a nice hand operated roller for about the same money, I didn't want to deal with "armstrong" power and had a brand new KA, so it was an easy decision for me. 

Let us know what you end up with and how you like it.  You will love the fresh oatmeal!

charbono's picture
charbono

I use a Schnitzer to flake oats every day.  It's easy to turn, but not very fast.  One might be able to squeeze a cup of grain into the hopper.  It's simple to brush off the rollers after use.  However, it takes quite a few tools to disassemble for a thorough cleaning and lubrication.  One also has to force the gears back together.  The gears are very thin and may not last a long time.  It looks good, but I'm glad I didn't pay full price.

flourgirl51's picture
flourgirl51

I have the KoMo grain flaker and would be happy to send you some info on these. There are a few different models and they are made in Germany.  www.organicwheatproducts.com