Homemade almond milk
What if we created our own plant-based drinks? Let's start with almond milk! With water and crunchy almonds, you'll get an ultra-smooth result. Perfect to accompany your tea or coffee break, or for baking. The advantage of this recipe? It's zero waste! No brick to throw away, everything will be consumed ;-) As for the okara (the crushed and squeezed almonds left over once your almond milk is ready), you can use it to liven up your yoghurts or turn it into cookies, and we have a recipe ;-)
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 blender
- Vegetable milk bag
Preparation
Place the almonds in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Cover with a cloth and let it sit for 1 hour.
Drain the almonds and place them in a blender. Add the 2 & 1/2 cups of water and blend.
Pour the mixture into a bowl, straining it through a vegetable milk bag. Squeeze out as much milk as possible.
It's ready, and you can even reuse the okara (the almonds left in your bag) to make delicious recipes!
Observations
How do you make homemade almond milk from scratch?
To make homemade almond milk, soak 3/4 cup of whole shelled almonds in boiling water for 1 hour, then blend with 2 & 1/2 cups of water and strain through a vegetable milk bag.
What can I do with the leftover okara from making almond milk?
The leftover okara can be used to enhance yoghurts or can be transformed into cookies, adding extra nutrition and flavor to your recipes.
Is homemade almond milk healthier than store-bought?
Yes, homemade almond milk is often healthier as it contains no preservatives, additives, or sweeteners, allowing you to control the ingredients and flavor.
How long does homemade almond milk last in the fridge?
Homemade almond milk typically lasts about 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator, so it's best to consume it fresh.
Can I use other nuts to make nut milk?
Absolutely! You can use other nuts like cashews, hazelnuts, or walnuts to create different flavors of nut milk, following a similar soaking and blending process.
Nutrition
- Carbo: 0.2g
- Total fat: 8g
- Saturated fat: 0.6g
- Proteins: 3.8g
- Fibers: 1.9g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- ProPoints: 2
- SmartPoints: 3
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