Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
A quick and easy homemade almond milk recipe that offers a fresh, dairy-free alternative you can make in minutes. Perfect for those seeking a natural, plant-based milk option with customizable sweetness and flavor. Ideal for drinking on its own or adding to smoothies, porridge, and tea.
- Author: Natali
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups of almond milk 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Almond Milk Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 4 cups fresh water
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional, to sweeten to taste)
- Soak Almonds: Soak the almonds in water overnight, allowing them to soften and activate for better blending and digestion.
- Drain and Rinse: The following day, drain the soaking water, rinse the almonds thoroughly under fresh water, and discard the soaking water to remove any impurities and bitterness.
- Blend: In a blender, combine the rinsed almonds with 4 cups of fresh water. Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the almonds are finely ground and the mixture looks milky and smooth.
- Strain: Pour the blended mixture through a nut milk bag or a muslin cloth. Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible, leaving behind the almond pulp.
- Add Sweetener (Optional): Stir in maple syrup or other sweeteners or spices if desired. This adds a touch of sweetness and flavor tailored to your liking.
- Store: Transfer the almond milk into an airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator. Shake well before each use as natural separation may occur.
Notes
- Enjoy almond milk on its own or add it to smoothies, porridge, or tea.
- The leftover almond pulp can be used in porridge, energy balls, or baking to avoid waste.
- Both the almond milk and leftover pulp can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Try adding flavors such as saffron, cardamom, or cinnamon for a unique twist.
- Shake the almond milk before serving to recombine any separated liquid.
Keywords: almond milk, dairy-free milk, homemade almond milk, vegan milk, plant-based milk, nut milk, natural sweetener