Planet Oat Oatmilk has always been a low sugar brand, and most of their flavors have “no added sugars” (see note below). But a few grams of sugars are produced in the processing of the oats. So they’ve launched two new “Unsweetened” varieties that each contain zero grams of total sugar to help meet every need.
When Planet Oat Oatmilk was first released, you might have thought this was a fledgling company, but it is produced by HP Hood. They’re a $2 billion, 170-year old dairy, and one of the largest food and beverage companies in the U.S. Like so many other dairy producers, HP Hood jumped into the fast-growing, non-dairy market. But unlike many of their competitors, it looks like they got it right the first time. Planet Oat Oatmilk has been met with rave reviews for it’s creamy consistency, fortification, performance in coffee, and naturally low-sugar taste.
Planet Oat Oatmilk Doubles Down on Low Sugar with New Unsweetened
Aside from the dark chocolate, all of the Planet Oat Oatmilk varieties are made without any added sugars (see note below). As mentioned, an enzymatic process used to make oatmilk (so it isn’t goopy like homemade versions!) breaks some of the carbohydrates down into sugars. So they aren’t sugar-free, but do not have any sugars added to the ingredients. Now, somehow, Planet Oat has managed to remove those last traces of oat sugar in their new, sugar-free, unsweetened varieties. And like their other flavors, these cartons are also generously fortified with vitamins and minerals.
Original
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), sea salt, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 90 calories, 1.5g fat, 19g carbs, 2g fiber, 4g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 2g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Unsweetened Original
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), guar gum, sea salt, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 45 calories, .5g fat, 8g carbs, 1g fiber, 0g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 1g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Vanilla
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), sea salt, natural vanilla flavor with other natural flavors, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 90 calories, 1.5g fat, 19g carbs, 2g fiber, 4g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 2g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Unsweetened Vanilla
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), natural vanilla flavor with other natural flavors, guar gum, sea salt, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 45 calories, .5g fat, 8g carbs, 1g fiber, 0g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 1g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Dark Chocolate
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), cane sugar, cocoa processed with alkali, calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), natural flavors, sea salt, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 140 calories, 2g fat, 31g carbs, 3g fiber, 12g sugars (includes 8g added sugars), 3g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Extra Creamy
Ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), sunflower oil, calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), guar gum, sea salt, sunflower lecithin, gellan gum, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d2, riboflavin (vitamin b2) and vitamin b12.*
Nutrition (per 1 cup serving): 120 calories, 3.5g fat, 22g carbs, 3g fiber, 5g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 2g protein. Fortified to contain the following RDA percentages: 20% vitamin D, 25% calcium, 20% vitamin A, 10% riboflavin, 10% vitamin B12.*
Added Sugar in Planet Oat Oatmilk
It looks like some in-store cartons are now showing 4 grams of added sugars in the Extra Creamy, Original, and Vanilla varieties, despite no change in the total sugars, formula, or information on Planet Oat’s website. There was a ruling that oat milk companies must disclose “oat sugar” created during the production of oat milk (they use an enzymatic process that breaks some of the oat down into simpler carbohydrates), as added sugars. We assume that’s why cartons in store seem to have “added sugars” now. So technically, there still aren’t any types of sugar added to the formula, but sugar is created in the processing.
More Facts on Planet Oat Oatmilk
- Price: $3.99 per 52-ounce carton (that’s 7 cups; 1 cup shy of a half gallon)
- Availability: Planet Oat Oatmilk is available in the refrigerated section of stores like Kroger, Shaw’s, and Whole Foods in the U.S. It’s also sold via Amazon Fresh.
- Certifications: Planet Oat Oatmilk is Non-GMO Verified and Certified Kosher D (for dairy equipment, not ingredients; see our Understanding Kosher Guide).
- Dietary Notes: By ingredients, Planet Oat Oatmilk is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Most varieties are also oil-free.*
- For More Product Information: Visit the Planet Oat website at planetoat.com.
*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.
Excellent and tasty!
It has a great taste and works very well in other foods and drinks. This is the best yet!
Excellent
I love this stuff. Regular milk was giving me swelling in my hands irritating my arthritis. I have always loved milk but now I can get better nutrition without the irritation and the taste is great. Excellent Planet Oats!
Great taste. & texture
The first one i bought was the vanilla it was very light with a hint of vanilla , i enjoyed it because it also had just the right sweetness. The second one i bought was the extra creamy & it was exactly that in a good way , it made a perfect match for my coffee & smoothie. I have a question what’s the purpose of adding sunflower oil to the extra creamy?
Response from Go Dairy Free
We’re not affiliated with the company, but I have tested many batches of homemade oat milk and can attest that a little added oil does make the finish much creamier. It emulsifies to add richness that the oats can’t achieve on their own.
It tastes great
Many people in the vegan group on Facebook had lots of good things to say about oat milk as it’s the best dairy alternative on the market. I have to agree. It taste great and I will continue to buy.
love at first taste
The store offered samples at a kiosk and I tried the original. I’ve since had the vanilla and will buy the chocolate for the grandkids, but original is my favorite. I particularly enjoy a half cup serving before bed.
Planet Oatmilk
Love the taste, awesome in cereal, much better than soy or almond milk, highly recommend.
Love it
Stock in store please it’s sold out of the Original.
So Good !!!!
i love to use this for overnight oats and coffee :3 i never need creamer or sugar with my coffee when i use this oat milK I LOVE IT but they’re always sold out in store 🙁
Who knew?
I sampled Planet Oat Oatmilk in the grocery store. I was surprised how well it tasted. More suprising, is I’m still buying it. It doesn’t give me gas like almond milk does. I use it in my cereal and drink it from a glass! The color is a little off putting, but tastes great.
One of the Best
I’ve tried this, Pacific, Califia Farms, and Quaker. I make a latte every morning, so I need my oat milk to foam. This and Califia Farms are best, Pacific OK (but too much sugar and kind of icky), Quaker no. Planet Oat also tastes the best in cereal.