How To Make Almond Milk

almost milk in a jar with whole almonds in the background

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Wondering how to make almond milk at home? You can make your own creamy, flavorful, and delicious almond milk at home with just a couple simple steps.

Prep Time5

Cook Time2

Soak Time8

Total Time8 7

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: Mariam Ezzeddine

Equipment

Blender
Cheesecloth or Nut milk bag

Ingredients

1 cup almonds
4 cups filtered water
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

In a large bowl, soak the almonds in water overnight or for up to 24 hours.
When the almonds have finished soaking, strain and rinse the almonds.
Add the almonds into the blender along with filtered water and blend for 1-2 minutes, until the almond milk has become creamy and smooth.
Place the cheesecloth or nut bag overtop of a bowl or large measuring cup and pour half of the almond milk through. Using your hands, squeeze the cheesecloth or milk bag to “milk” the almonds.
Remove the almond pulp after you cannot squeeze any more milk out of it anymore and repeat the previous step with the second half.
When done, stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Transfer to an airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake well before using.

Notes

For creamier almond milk, use less water. For thinner almond milk, use more water.

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