How to make almond milk

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This 4 simple ingredient recipe on how to make almond milk will have you addicted to making this dairy-free, high in protein plant-based mylk.

One of the first things I learnt how to make when transitioning to vegan was How to make almond milk.  This delicious homemade milk alternative is naturally dairy-free.  It is super easy to make and this recipe uses 4 simple ingredients – including the water.  It is high in plant-based protein, healthy fats and calcium, making it an excellent dairy-free and soy-free milk choice to have.  You can enjoy almond milk in chia puddings, overnight oats, with your and even in .

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO MAKE ALMOND MILK

• A High powered blender 
• A nut milk bag – Love Tree Products Organic Cotton Nut Milk Bag – Best Premium Quality Organic Almond Milk Strainer Including
• Almonds
• Maple syrup or some other vegan-friendly sweetener
• Vanilla bean paste
• Filtered water
• You will also need a good 8 hours beforehand to soak the almond nuts, preferably overnight.

HOW TO MAKE ALMOND MILK

This recipe is so easy to make, there is no excuse not to give it a go and see for yourself how ridiculously easy and tasty it is to make.  Not only is this homemade milk healthier for you, but it is also more cost-effective – if you also use the pulp as almond meal. 

1. Soak the Almonds overnight in filtered water.  (Or a minimum of 8 hours beforehand).
2. Drain and rinse the nuts and place them in a blender along with 1-2 cups of water.
3. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes.
4. Place the nut milk bag over a jug and pour the blended nuts and water into the nut milk bag.
5. Squeeze the bag until the milk comes out and you are left with dry pulp.
6. Place the dry almond pulp back in the blender and add some more water.
7. You can repeat this process one or two more times depending on how creamy or watered down you like your almond milk to be.  If you like your almond milk thick and creamy, just blend the almonds once and do not add more water.

Learning how to make almond milk (mylk) is not only simple to do, it is also budget-friendly and healthier for you than the store-bought versions which are often pumped with fillers and preservatives.

TIPS ON MAKING ALMOND MILK (MYLK)

• You can store nut milk in the fridge in an airtight container for approximately 3-4 days.
• The milk will need to be stirred every time before use as the cream will separate and float to the top.
• You can make up to 1Litre of milk from just 2 cups of almonds, depending on how creamy or runny you prefer your milk to be.  To make the milk creamy, just add less water when blending.
• The leftover pulp can be dried out and used as almond meal, which is a great substitute in Gluten-free baking.
• If you make both the almond milk and almond meal from the leftover pulp, this works out to be budget-friendly and cheaper than buying both almond milk and almond meal.
• 1Litre will yield apporoximately 10 serves

If you often make your own almond milk, you could also make other types of milk using the same method.  Others I have tried that work really well are;

• Cashew milk and also
• Macadamia milk
• Hemp milk
• Oat milk

THIS MILK IS…

• Tastier than store-bought versions
• Full of plant-based protein
• Dairy-free and gluten-free
• the homemade version is healthier than the store-bought versions
• No additives, preservatives, gum or fillers
• inexpensive compared to store-bought versions
• Easy to make
• Only a few simple ingredients
• You can make it as thick and creamy as you like
• Can be made in big batches

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Emily 

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