This homemade almond milk is a creamy and nutritious dairy alternative that is both delicious and easy to make. With its rich flavor and smooth texture, this almond milk is perfect for drinking on its own, adding to smoothies, or using in your favorite recipes. By making it at home, you can control the ingredients and avoid additives, resulting in a fresh and wholesome beverage that’s packed with nutrients!
Ingredients:
* 1 cup raw almonds
* 4 cups water (plus extra for soaking)
* Sweetener to taste (such as honey, maple syrup, or dates, optional)
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
* A pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions:
1. Soak the raw almonds in a bowl of water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse the almonds after soaking.
2. In a blender, combine the soaked almonds and 4 cups of fresh water. Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is creamy and the almonds are finely ground.
3. Place a nut milk bag or a clean cheesecloth over a bowl or pitcher. Pour the almond mixture into the bag, allowing the liquid to strain through.
4. Squeeze the bag or cloth to extract as much almond milk as possible, leaving the almond pulp behind.
5. If desired, add sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the almond milk and blend again to combine.
6. Store the homemade almond milk in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Shake well before using.
7. Enjoy this delicious homemade almond milk as a refreshing and nutritious addition to your day!
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