Barley Free Vegan Hemp Milk
Creamy, subtly nutty, and ready in just a few minutes, this plant-based milk is one of the easiest homemade alternatives you can make. Hemp seeds blend into a beautifully smooth, frothy liquid that feels rich without being heavy — perfect for pouring over cereal, stirring into coffee, or sipping straight over ice. Unlike many store-bought options, you know exactly what's going into the jar: just hemp hearts, cold water, and a touch of maple syrup and vanilla if you want a hint of sweetness. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this is a genuinely worry-free choice since hemp seeds are naturally free from the grains that cause problems, with no hidden additives or thickeners to second-guess. The straining step is quick and satisfying, and the result is a clean, silky milk that keeps well in the fridge. It's the kind of simple, wholesome recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the carton version.
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4 servings
- ½ cup raw hemp seeds (hemp hearts)
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Add the hemp seeds, cold water, salt, and maple syrup and vanilla extract if using to a high-speed blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 60 seconds, until the mixture is uniformly white and slightly frothy.
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