Cashew Free Vegan Hemp Milk
Making your own plant-based milk at home is one of those small kitchen wins that genuinely changes your routine. Hemp seeds blend into a beautifully creamy, naturally rich liquid that needs no soaking, no complicated prep, and no nuts whatsoever — making it a brilliant option for anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities. A touch of maple syrup and vanilla take it from simple to subtly sweet and aromatic, though it's completely satisfying on its own if you prefer it plain. The whole process takes just a blender, a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag, and about five minutes of your time. Store-bought alternatives often sneak in cashew or almond bases, so blending your own gives you full control over every ingredient in the carton — or jar, in this case. Pour it over ice for a refreshing drink, stir it into your morning coffee, or use it anywhere you'd reach for conventional milk.
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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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