High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Homemade Almond Milk
Making your own plant-based milk at home is one of those small kitchen projects that pays off in a big way. Store-bought versions are notorious for sneaking in sweeteners and syrups that have no business being in something as simple as blended nuts and water, so going the homemade route puts you fully in control. The process starts with a good overnight soak to plump the almonds and soften their skins, which makes blending smoother and the final milk creamier. A high-speed blend followed by a thorough squeeze through a nut milk bag gives you a clean, silky result that's genuinely better than anything off the shelf. If you want a touch of sweetness, a drizzle of maple syrup or a splash of vanilla keeps things naturally flavored without any unwanted additives. The finished milk keeps beautifully in a sealed jar in the fridge — just give it a shake before pouring, since a little separation is completely normal and totally fine.
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4 servings
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 4 cups cold water, plus more for soaking
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the almonds in a bowl and cover with at least 2 inches of cold water. Soak at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight, until the almonds are plump and the skins have softened slightly.
- 2
Drain and rinse the soaked almonds under cold running water, then discard the soaking water.
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