Homemade almond milk tastes so much better than the store bought. It just does. Even though I still buy the store bought every so often I try to make my own when I can. A great alternative to dairy this recipe is rich and creamy. Almonds are a high water crop and can be sprayed heavily so I tend to buy organic and use them as a special treat.
There are versions of almond milk all over the internet but this is how I make it at home. I like it creamy, velvety and smooth with the slightest touch of sweetness.
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A creamy simple nut milk that is great for baking with, making lattes or drinking straight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
1.5 cups almonds, soaked
4 cups water
pinch of sea salt
1 tsp maple syrup (optional)*
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the almonds well.
- Place almonds in a high speed blender along with the four cups of water, salt and sweetener of choice.
- Blend on high for a minute at least to achieve ultimate creaminess.
- Strain through a nut milk bag or fine cheesecloth
- You can discard the pulp or save for cookies, crackers or other baked goods.
- Store almond milk in a jar in the fridge for up to 3 days. (it will separate but just give it a good shake before serving)
Notes
*you can avoid the sweetener altogether or try a different sweetener, like dates or honey.
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