Name: How to Make Almond Milk
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 8 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted raw almonds (or a mixture of other nuts); 2 cups filtered water for soaking; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 4 cups filtered water; Optional add-ins

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With a few simple, wholesome ingredients, you can make almond milk that's healthier, cheaper and more delicious than anything you can buy at a store. Plus, it's super easy!

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I've discovered that when I consume a lot of dairy products, I get migraines. Because I HATE migraines, I've made some switches to plant based alternatives in the last couple of years (now and then enjoying some cheese or ice cream!)

Almond milk from the store was pretty good, but the more and more conscious I became about what I was putting in my body, the more I didn't really want to buy it anymore. Store-bought nut milk normally contains nasty preservatives and additives. I remember when I tried making it for the first time and I was astounded at how it tasted so much more fresh and delicious!

Is Almond Milk Good For You?

It is not a significant source of nutrients, as it is composed mainly of water. However, homemade almond milk is free of preservatives and additives and therefore a clean, wholesome food. There are only good things in it!

Can You Make Almond Milk Without Soaking?

Instead of soaking the nuts for 8 hours or overnight, you can soak them in boiling water for 30-60 minutes. However, this will not yield the same nutritional benefit that long soaking will provide.

Almonds (and other nuts) contain phytic acid, an anti-nutrient, that blocks the absorption of nutrients into your body. When you soak nuts for 8+ hours in salt water, the phytic acid breaks down, making the nuts more digestible and the nutrients more available to the body!

jar of freshly made almond milk with jar of almonds in background

Is It Normal For Almond Milk to Separate?

Separation is completely normal. Store the almond milk in a jar with a lid, so you can give it a good shake before pouring.

Ways to Use Almond Milk

You can almost always replace cow's milk with almond milk. Use it in cereal, smoothies, baking, or drink right from the glass! It is important to note that it will not yield the exact results that cow's milk does, especially in baking, but it's still a great substitute!

Uses For Almond Pulp

When you make nut milk, there is always leftover "pulp". But don't worry, there are many ways you can use it:

Make almond flour: Dehydrate at 110°F or bake in an oven at the lowest temperature for 4-8 hours. When it's done it will be dry and crumbly. Place into a food processor or blender and process until it becomes a flour. Use in any recipe that calls for almond flour! Store in an airtight container in your pantry or store in the freezer to extend shelf life.
Mix into oatmeal.
Add to smoothies.
Almond pulp crackers! This is a great recipe.

Variations of Almond Milk

To sweeten, add 1-2 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup or 1-2 whole dates (pit removed) before blending
Chocolate almond milk: add chosen sweetener plus 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
Vanilla almond milk: add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (can sweeten or leave unsweetened)
You can swap out up to 50% of the almonds with another nut. My favorite combo is 50% almonds, 50% hazelnuts
For thicker, creamier milk, use up to 2 cups of almonds. If you do this, soak with 2 teaspoon salt.

Tools You May Need

Blender (my favorite one!)

Sieve or Colander

Mixing Bowl

Cheesecloth or Tea Towel

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted raw almonds (or a mixture of other nuts)

2 cups filtered water for soaking (Berkey is the best affordable water filter! Read my review of it here)

1 teaspoon sea salt

4 cups filtered water

Optional add-ins: honey, maple syrup, dates, vanilla, cocoa powder, pinch of sea salt

Instructions

Soak almonds with salt in 2 cups filtered water. Allow to soak overnight. You'll notice the water will become quite cloudy. Rinse the nuts well and drain.

Add nuts, 4 cups filtered water and any add-ins to the blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes. The longer it blends, the more nut will go into the milk.

Line a sieve or colander with cheesecloth or a thin tea towel and place over a mixing bowl. Carefully pour your almond milk into the sieve, and allow almond milk to drain through into the mixing bowl. Gather the edges of your towel or cheesecloth and gently squeeze the remaining milk out. You will be left with almond pulp in the towel.

pulp in a jar from making nut milk — Nut pulp.

How to Store Almond Milk

Store almond milk in a glass container in the fridge for 4-5 days, although it is best consumed fresh. Store almond meal for 4-5 days in the fridge.

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