Never made almond milk? Do not worry! Fresh homemade almond milk is made very simple. Although it is it takes a little time and effort, since the nuts need to be soaked until soft, then crush them completely – this can leave at least 6 hours
Almond milk is not only a favorite substitute for regular milk among vegans, meat-eaters love him too. Almond milk sales in the period from 2011 to 2016 increased by 250%, and the turnover in the dairy market production at the same time decreased by more than $ 1 billion. Almond milk is really popular, and not surprising if you want to cook it at home. After all, in this way you know exactly what the product is made of. This recipe for almond milk is suitable for vegetarians, vegans and raw foodists and does not contain gluten free: a real raw food treat. You can get milk use in smoothies and cocktails, soups and other raw food dishes. If you like homemade milk, you can also try making milk from any animal substitute milk, for example, from cashews.
Nutrition value of one serving: Calories 139, total fat 12 g., saturated fats, proteins 5 g, carbohydrates 5 g, fiber, cholesterol mg., sodium mg., sugar g. Share with friends: 
Time: 5 minutes AT recipes use measured containers with a volume of: 1 glass (tbsp.) – 240 ml 3/4 cup (st.) – 180 ml. 1/2 cup (tbsp.) – 120 ml. 1/3 cups (st.) – 80 ml. 1/4 cup (st.) – 60 ml. 1 tablespoon (tbsp. l.) – 15 ml. 1 teaspoon (tsp) – 5 ml.
Ingredients for the recipe:
- 1 tbsp. raw almonds
- 3 tbsp. water (plus for soaking)
- Optional: 2 dates
- Optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla
Recipes with similar ingredients: almond milk, almonds, dates
Recipe preparation:
- Soak the almonds in water for at least 6 hours or leave overnight. Soaking almonds is an important step in the process, as it helps soften the nuts. Besides, usually almonds taste much better after soaking and washing, which means milk will be tastier. Some supporters raw foodists say that after soaking nuts enzymatic activity, which can contribute to better absorption the body of nutrients.
- Drain the almonds. In a blender, beat well until almost homogeneous mass almonds and dates with 3 tbsp. water.
- Strain the mixture with gauze or another sieve. milk in smoothies, cocktails, soups and other dishes. Or try add it in latte or granola.
- Store the remaining milk in a closed container in the refrigerator. Homemade raw almond milk can be stored 3-4 day. Exit: 3 tbsp.
Note
In this recipe you need to use whole, raw unsalted almond. Fried, baked, salted or sliced with wedges almonds will not work. You can use a very fine strainer, but it is better to take gauze, and the ideal option is a bag for nuts milk.
