Wondering how to make almond milk? Making your almond milk at home is actually pretty easy. Aside from the time it takes to soak the almonds, it literally takes minutes to make.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fresh: This easy recipe makes it so you can have fresh, homemade almond milk whenever you need it. (Or want it, for that matter.)
- Creamy: This healthy almond milk recipe is oh-so-creamy. Drink it straight or use it in a tasty recipe.
- Healthy: Rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, and healthy plant-based fats!
Nutrition For Mental Health
Almonds contain 6g of protein, 14g of fat, 6g of carbohydrates, and 3.5g of fiber. They are an excellent source of antioxidants, vitamin E, and manganese. Almonds are also a good source of magnesium.
Raepublic is all about how food can positively impact mood. Here’s a study about how a vitamin found in almonds can affect mood. A cross-sectional study showed that female adolescents who consumed higher amounts of vitamin E-rich foods had a lower prevalence of stress.
Ingredients + Notes
The best homemade almond milk made with simple ingredients.
- Almonds: The base of our almond milk recipe (obviously).
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Recipe Variations
There’s not much to change in a 3-ingredient recipe. However, you could make an addition or two if you like.
- Sweetened: For a little added sweetness, add 1-2 pitted dates before blending or 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup.
- Vanilla: Add a dash of vanilla extract for a subtly sweet flavor.
- Chocolate: Craving chocolate almond milk? Mix in some cocoa powder for an indulgent chocolate version. (I recommend 1 tablespoon of cacao powder + 1 teaspoon of maple syrup per cup of liquid.)
How To Make Almond Milk
Enjoy this homemade almond milk with just a few ingredients and 10 minutes of your time after the almonds have soaked.
- Soak almonds overnight in 2 cups water and salt. (Alternatively, soak in hot water for 1-2 hours.) Drain and rinse almonds.
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- Add almonds and water to a high-speed blender. (If you don’t have a blender, a food processor can work well too.) Blend on high for roughly 60 seconds until well mixed and smooth.
- Strain creamy goodness through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth and squeeze to ensure all milk is drained into a nice sealable glass container.
- Serve in your favorite glass or use in a tasty recipe.
Servings Ideas
Enjoy a class of this plant milk on its own, or use it in a recipe!
- Oatmeal: Use this healthy almond milk recipe in your favorite oatmeal! My favorites are Chocolate Oatmeal and Creamy Oatmeal.
- Overnight oats: Try a Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats or Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds.
- Chia pudding: This homemade nut milk is perfect for making chia pudding. Enjoy this Matcha Chia Pudding or Purple Sweet Potato Chia Pudding.
- Smoothies: Enjoy this unsweetened almond milk in your favorite vegan smoothie recipe. Use this almond milk in a Date Smoothie or Peach Banana Smoothie.
- Cheese: You can use the leftover almond pulp from this recipe to make Almond Cream Cheese.
- Almond meal: You can take the leftover pulp from this DIY almond milk recipe, spread it out on a baking sheet, and bake it to dry it and make your own Homemade Almond Meal.
Storage Tips
Store your homemade almond milk in a glass airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For extended storage, freeze the milk in ice cube trays and use it in smoothies or iced coffee.
FAQ
Homemade almond milk is made by soaking almonds, blending them with water, and then straining it through a cheesecloth. Sometimes, sweetener is added.
A cup of almonds typically produces about 4 cups of almond milk, depending on how much water you use.
Yes, homemade almond milk is healthier as it doesn’t contain preservatives, and you can control how sweet you make it.
Soaking almonds helps to soften them. This makes them easier to blend and makes the nut milk creamier.
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Recipe
Almond Milk
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds, + 2 cups water
- 4 cups water
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Soak almonds overnight in 2 cups water and salt. (Alternatively, soak in hot water for 1-2 hours.) Drain and rinse almonds.
- Add almonds and water to a high-speed blender. (If you don't have a blender, a food processor can work well too.) Blend on high for roughly 60 seconds until well mixed and smooth.
- Strain creamy goodness through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth and squeeze to ensure all milk is drained into a nice sealable glass container.
- Serve in your favorite glass or use in a tasty recipe.
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Reference
Farhadnejad, H., Neshatbini Tehrani, A., Salehpour, A., & Hekmatdoost, A. (2020). Antioxidant vitamin intakes and risk of depression, anxiety and stress among female adolescents. Clinical nutrition ESPEN, 40, 257–262. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnesp.2020.09.010
