Interstitial Cystitis Friendly Homemade Almond Milk
Store-bought plant milks often contain additives, thickeners, and natural flavors that can quietly trigger bladder discomfort, making a clean homemade version genuinely worth the effort. This recipe keeps things simple — raw almonds, cold water, a pinch of salt, and optional touches of maple syrup and vanilla if your system tolerates them. The overnight soak softens the almonds and makes blending easier, while the nut milk bag or cheesecloth straining step ensures a smooth, silky result with no gritty texture. Because you control every single ingredient, there are no mystery additives or hidden irritants to worry about. The finished milk is mild, lightly creamy, and versatile enough to stir into oatmeal, pour over cereal, or sip on its own. It separates naturally as it sits, so a quick shake before pouring is all it takes to bring it back together. Batch it up and keep it in the fridge for easy, bladder-friendly sipping all week long.
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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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