Almond Milk
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Created at: April 30, 2025
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Cooking Time:
0 minutes
Total Time:
5 minutes
Difficulty:
Easy
Recipe Description
A creamy, dairy-free milk alternative made from just three clean ingredients—simple, nourishing, and perfect for elimination-friendly recipes. Ideal for smoothies, baking, or sipping on its own.
Healthy Swaps
- Nut-Free: Use raw sunflower seeds or hemp hearts instead of almonds.
- Flavor Boost: Add 1–2 dates and a splash of vanilla extract for a slightly sweetened version.
- Higher Calcium: Blend in 1 tablespoon of tahini for a mineral-rich twist.
Nutritional Highlights
- Almonds: Provide vitamin E, magnesium, and plant-based protein, supporting heart and brain health.
- Purified Water: Ensures a clean, additive-free beverage that supports hydration.
- Homemade: Free of additives, gums, and preservatives commonly found in store-bought varieties.
Ingredients
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Soaking
- almond - ½ cups of almond
- filtered water - 1 cup of filtered water
Almond Milk
- filtered water - 4 cups of filtered water
- pink salt - ⅛ teaspoons of pink salt
Adjust Servings
Currently serving: 3
Quick Adjust Servings:
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Nutrition Information
Calories:
126.5
Protein:
4.6g
Total Fat:
11.1g
Carbohydrates:
4.3g
Servings:
3
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Recipe Steps
Step 1
In a blender, combine [soaking](almond) with [soaking](filtered water). Let soak at room temperature for 6–8 hours.
Step 2
After soaking, strain the almonds using a fine mesh strainer and rinse thoroughly under running water.
Step 3
Return the soaked almonds to the blender. Add [almond milk](filtered water) and [almond milk](pink salt). Blend on high speed for 2–3 minutes, until smooth and frothy.
Step 4
Strain the almond milk through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, squeezing out as much liquid as possible.
Step 5
Pour into a glass jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Shake well before each use.