How To Make Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
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5
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Prep Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs
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Servings
4 cups
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Calories
230 kcal
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Cuisine
American
How To Make Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
Description
The process starts by soaking raw, unsalted almonds in filtered water for 8 to 12 hours to hydrate them and enhance flavor extraction. After rinsing, the soaked almonds are blended with filtered water in a high-powered blender until the mixture appears milky. Optional flavorings like pitted dates, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt can be added for sweetness and complexity.
The resulting milk is then strained through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer to separate liquid from the almond pulp, producing a smooth texture suitable for drinking, cooking, or baking. The consistency and flavor can be adjusted by varying water ratio and flavorings.
Homemade almond milk stays fresh for 3 to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container. It can be frozen for longer storage but should be shaken well after thawing to redistribute almond solids. Almond flour or meal can be used as an alternative to whole almonds, with a suggested ratio for proper texture. Maintaining cleanliness during preparation helps prolong shelf life.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond raw, unsalted
- 4 cups water filtered, plus more for soaking almonds
Optional Flavorings:
- 2 date small, pitted
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place almonds in a bowl. Add in 2 cups of filtered water over it. Let it sit on the kitchen counter for 8-12 hours. It is likely that the water in the bowl will look cloudy with white foam over it at the end of soaking. This is normal.
- Place soaked almonds in a strainer and rinse under cold water.
- Place the rinsed almonds in the bowl of a high-powered blender.
- Pour in 4 cups of water.
- If using, add in the flavorings.
- Start blending it at slow speed and then slowly increase it. Initially, you will be able to see the almonds, but as it blends it will look like white milk. Depending on your blender, this process takes somewhere between 45 seconds to a minute.
Strain the milk in one of two ways:
- Using cheesecloth and fine mesh strainer (affiliate link): Place a fine-mesh strainer in a large bowl. Fold a large cheesecloth in half and place it in the strainer making sure that it is lining the bottom of the strainer with the edges hanging over the bowl. Pour the milk over the cheesecloth and let it drip until all the liquid is drained. You might have to use a spoon to help fasten the process by gently pressing the almond pulp.
- Using a nut milk bag: If you are planning to make your own almond milk on a regular basis, buying a nut milk bag is a great idea. This one (affiliate link) is the one I use and recommend. To strain milk using a nut milk bag, place the bag in a large bowl, pour the milk over it, tightly squeeze all the juices out as much as you can until there is no liquid left. Pour the milk in a bottle with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate.
- When all of the liquid is drained pour the milk in a bottle with a tight-fitting lid and store it in the fridge.
Notes
- Almond flour or meal can substitute whole almonds; use 1 1/4 cups almond flour per 4 cups water.
- Store homemade almond milk in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days for best freshness.
- Freezing is possible; thaw overnight in the fridge and shake well before use as solids may settle.
- Keep all equipment clean and sanitized to extend milk storage life.
- Soaking time is 8 to 12 hours; expect cloudy water and white foam, which is normal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 230kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Calcium | 107mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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