Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk
Learn how to make homemade vanilla almond milk with simple ingredients. Customize flavors, avoid additives, and enjoy creamy, fresh almond milk.
Equipment
- High-Powered Blender
- Nut Milk Bag or Fine Mesh Strainer
- Glass Storage Bottles
Ingredients
Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk
- 1 cup raw almonds soaked overnight and drained
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure for best flavor
- 2 pieces Medjool dates optional, for natural sweetness
- pinch of salt optional, enhances flavor
Instructions
- Soak almonds in water overnight (8-12 hours), then drain and rinse.
- Add almonds, filtered water, vanilla extract, dates (if using), and a pinch of salt to a blender.
- Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer into a large bowl.
- Gently squeeze the bag to extract as much liquid as possible, leaving behind the almond pulp.
- Transfer the strained almond milk into a glass storage bottle and refrigerate.
- Shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur.
Notes
For extra creaminess, blend with a teaspoon of coconut cream or add a handful of soaked cashews. Leftover almond pulp can be used in baking or smoothies.