Nut Milk Recipe: How to Make 2-Ingredient Homemade Almond Milk

Learn how to make almond milk at home and discover almond milk benefits. This homemade nut milk recipe is easier to make than you might think, and you can save a lot of money by making your own. This healthy drink requires just two ingredients and there’s no added sugar. As homemade almond milk has healthy fats compared to cow’s milk, it makes a great dairy free alternative for drink recipes and baking, as well as in homemade coffee creamer recipes.

Many years ago, I noticed that too much dairy makes my eczema flare up. As a result, I gave up milk entirely. I’ve since switched to drinking only plant based milk. Cow’s milk also causes inflammation in my body, which isn’t good, especially when you suffer from fibro like I do. Too much milk can cause a pain flare, which renders me useless for a few days.

Almond milk is a popular cow’s milk alternative because it has a creamy texture similar to milk. It also has a slightly nutty flavor that compliments most dishes and a number of nutritional benefits. Almond milk can be purchased in a variety of flavors including unflavored, vanilla or chocolate. This makes this homemade nut milk perfect for a wide variety of drinks and baked goods.

Creamy Almond Nut Milk

Since I use mainly almond milk in my recipes, I wanted to learn how to make creamy almond milk to save money. I also like having a homemade almond milk recipe on hand. It means I don’t have to make a trip to the store just for more milk. I can simply make this homemade nut milk recipe when I need more.

It’s important to note that when you learn how to make your own nut milk, the almonds do need to soak for at least 8 hours. I let mine soak overnight for more like 12 hours, but you’ll definitely need to plan ahead to make this homemade almond milk recipe. Once the nuts are ready, it only takes about 15 minutes to make your own plant based milk.

Keep reading for answers to common questions on how to make your own nut milk and to discover homemade almond milk benefits.

Is it Cheaper to Make Your Own Almond Milk?

Learning how to make creamy almond milk can save you money, but not necessarily. It depends on the price of almond milk in your area and the price of almonds. It is cheaper for me, but ultimately it depends on the costs at your local grocery store. In addition, when getting started, you’ll also need to make a one time purchase for a nut bag and a blender. If you already have a blender, then the cost for the reusable nut bag will be nominal.

Almonds can be stored for up to a year, so I buy several months worth when they are on sale. I store them in the freezer to extend their shelf life. This helps offset the cost. Therefore, my homemade almond milk recipe is cheaper than buying almond milk from my local grocer.

How Long Does Nut Milk Last?

Your homemade almond milk recipe will last about 4 to 5 days when stored in the refrigerator.

If the milk sours before then, make sure you sterilize your equipment and run your jars through the dishwasher on the sanitize setting. You can also pour boiling water in them.

How Many Calories Does Almond Milk Have?

This homemade almond milk recipe has about 50 to 60 calories per 8 ounce serving. That’s about half of the calories of cow’s milk. In addition to being a low calorie food, almond milk also has a number of nutritional benefits that make it a great choice for natural health and wellness.

Homemade Almond Milk Benefits and Nutrition Information

Not only does learning how to make almond milk at home save you money, but almond milk has nutritional benefits too.

Homemade almond milk benefits include:

• This homemade almond milk recipe is a low calorie food with just 60 calories per cup.
• Since it’s unsweetened, it’s low in natural sugar. One cup will have one or two grams of carbs, and that’s mostly fiber as this recipe has no added sugar.
• Almonds are a good source of Vitamin E. However, not all of the Vitamin E transfers to the almond milk recipe. Most commercial almond milk manufacturers add more Vitamin E.
• Many manufacturers also add calcium because many people use almond milk as an alternative to cow’s milk. Note that homemade almond milk nutrition won’t include calcium. (If you’re like my mom, then this is important as she is supposed to limit her calcium intake as much as possible as instructed by her doctor.)
• Store bought almond milk is often fortified with Vitamin D. Again, your homemade almond milk recipe won’t have Vitamin D so supplement as needed.

There are other homemade almond milk benefits. This healthy drink recipe is also lactose free, vegan and dairy free. Lactose intolerance can affect up to 75 percent of people, and learn how to make your own nut milk can provide an alternative.

Is Nut Milk Keto Friendly?

If you are following the keto diet, then you will probably want to learn how to make creamy almond milk. Unsweetened almond milk is low in carbs with about 2 grams of carbs per 8 ounce serving.

How to Make Plant Based Milk Taste Better

If you don’t like the taste of almond milk, there are several ways to make almond milk taste better. You can add the following ingredients to your homemade nut milk recipe to improve the taste:

• Add 1 tablespoon raw honey to one cup of homemade almond milk.
• Use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract per quart of almond milk.
• Add 1 teaspoon of almond extract per quart of almond milk.
• For sweetened nut milk, use 1 tablespoon agave syrup per quart of homemade almond milk.
• Make chocolate almond milk by adding 2 tablespoons cocoa powder or roasted cacao powder per quart of almond milk.
• Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon per quart of almond milk for extra flavor.
• Blend 1½ cups plant based milk, 3 strawberries and honey to taste for strawberry almond milk.
• Add 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice per quart of homemade nut milk.
• Try adding 1 tablespoon maple syrup per 1½ cups almond milk.

How to Make Plant Based Milk Thicker

When you learn how to make your own nut milk, it can be quite thin compared to store bought nut milk. If you want a thicker plant based milk, you can make it thicker by following these steps:

• You can simply use less to make your homemade almond milk recipe.
• To thicken some of your homemade nut milk recipe, put it in a small pan and bring it almost to a boil for a few minutes. Then remove from heat and let cool.
• If you are learning how to make your own nut milk for puddings, sauces and similar dishes, you can thicken it with cornstarch or rice flour. Place the almond milk in a saucepan and heat on low. Sprinkle cornstarch or rice flour into the almond milk gradually. Add 1 cup of rice flour or cornstarch per 2 to 3 cups of almond milk. Stir very well constantly until thickened. Remove from heat once it is as thick as you’d like.

Can I Freeze Nut Milk?

Yes, you can freeze this homemade almond milk recipe. It might separate, but it won’t affect the homemade almond milk nutrition values. If it does separate, put it in the blender to mix it again. I like to freeze my homemade nut milk recipe in an ice cube tray so I have a small amount of nut milk to use in recipes.

How Many Almonds Do You Need to Make a Cup of Almond Milk?

You will need one cup of almonds to make three cups of almond milk so you will need about ⅓ of a cup of almonds per cup of almond milk.

How Do You Make Almond Milk Without Soaking the Almonds?

You can learn how to make your own nut milk without soaking the almonds, but I don’t recommend it. You can use very hot water to blend your almonds. However, soaking the almonds for 12 hours soaks the nut from the inside out, which is how to make creamy almond milk.

Soaking the almonds also gives you a higher yield with less of the nut pulp being wasted. The water activates enzymes in the nuts to make the homemade nut milk recipe have more nutrients.

Why is my Homemade Almond Milk Separating?

Homemade almond milk can sometimes separate, which can be frustrating when you learn how to make creamy almond milk. Almond milk is made from both oil and water, so it doesn’t mix. The blender helps emulsify it so it stays together.

If your almond milk separates, it’s still fine to use. You can either blend it again to try to get it uniform, or you can shake it just before using.

Homemade Almond Nut Milk Ingredients

To learn how to make almond milk at home and enjoy almond milk benefits, you will need the following ingredients:

• Raw almonds
• Filtered water

How to Make Nut Milk with Almonds at Home

Here is how to make a homemade nut milk recipe:

1. For this recipe, you will need a nut milk bag or a cheesecloth bag to filter the almond bagasse. Soak the almonds ahead of time in warm, filtered water for at least 8 hours. Is it okay to extend that time up to 12-14 hours, if you prefer to let them sit overnight.

2. After the almonds have soaked in water, clean and drain the almonds. Then place them in a blender with three cups of filtered water.

3. Blend the almonds and water together for several minutes, until the almonds are completely processed.

4. Next, grab the nut milk bag and open it over a deep bowl or jar. You want to be able to easily pour all the almond milk into the bag.

5. Now pour the liquid and almond mixture into the nut milk bag. Then gently start squeezing the liquid out. Press until all the liquid is released from the bag.

Storage

Once made, you may store your homemade almond milk in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Yield: About 3 cups nut milk

Nut Milk Recipe (Homemade Almond Milk)

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Learn how to make homemade nut milk at home. This dairy free almond milk recipe has a number of nutritional benefits and can be used in a variety of recipes including drinks and baked goods. As a plant based milk this recipe for creamy almond milk is dairy free and vegan, and is low in both carbs and calories with no added sugar.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 12 hours

Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw almonds
• 3 cups filtered water

Instructions

1. Soak almonds for at least 8 hours in warm, filtered water. You can let them soak for 12 to 14 hours if needed.
2. After you soaked the almonds, clean them and drain them. Place them in a high speed blender with filtered water.
3. Blend for several minutes until the almonds are completely processed.
4. Place the nut milk bag over a deep bowl or jar.
5. Pour the liquid into the nut milk bag and gently squeeze the liquid out. Press until all of the liquid is released.

Notes

When using 3 cups of water to make this nut milk, the result is a creamy almond milk that is well suited for lattes, smoothies or other vegan products like almond ricotta or mozzarella. However, if you prefer a thinner plant based milk, simply add one or two more cups of water until you find the perfect consistency to meet your needs.

You can save the leftover pulp from this nut milk to make almond flour or to use in cookie recipes.

Shake the almond milk prior to each use.

This homemade almond milk recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 53Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 2gNet Carbohydrates: 0gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gSugar Alcohols: 0gProtein: 2g

Nut Milk Recipe Tips

Here are some tips to help you when you learn how to make creamy almond milk for its nutritional benefits:

• Add raw honey, vanilla extract, cocoa powder or one of the other flavor options as mentioned above.
• Using 3 cups of filtered water will give you creamy almond milk for smoothies or lattes. For thinner milk, use four cups of filtered water.
• Shake your homemade almond milk before using.
• Use a high speed blender. A good blender is crucial for learning how to make creamy almond milk.
• Reserve the pulp leftover from making this plant based milk to make almond flour or to bake inside cookies.

How to Use Almond Milk

You can use homemade almond milk in a variety of ways and in any recipe that calls for this nut milk. It can be used in the following types of recipes:

• Coffee
• Lattes
• Smoothies
• In place of milk in most baked goods

Or try it in one of these delicious recipes:

• Golden Milk Latte Recipe
• Vegan Zucchini Brownies
• Lemon Poppyseed Loaf Cake
• Vanilla Chai Tea Latte
• Cinnamon Pear Oatmeal
• Whipped Coffee Recipe

You can also use the leftover almonds from my homemade almond milk recipe to make flourless lemon almond cookies. The almond pulp makes the cookies moist and gives them a buttery taste.

This homemade almond milk recipe originally appeared on Becca Ink.

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