Gut Friendly Vegan Hemp Milk
Creamy, subtly nutty, and surprisingly easy to make from scratch, this plant-based milk is a genuinely satisfying alternative to anything you'd find on a store shelf. Hemp seeds are naturally rich in easily digestible proteins and healthy fats, making this a smart choice for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their gut. Unlike some dairy-free milks that rely on heavily processed ingredients or gums that can cause digestive upset, this one keeps things beautifully simple — just hemp hearts, cold water, and a touch of optional sweetness from maple syrup and vanilla. The whole process takes only a blender and a fine-mesh strainer, and the result is a smooth, lightly frothy milk that's ready to drink straight away or chill for later. It works wonderfully poured over ice, stirred into oatmeal, or blended into a smoothie without adding anything your stomach has to work hard to process. Making it at home also means you're in full control — no additives, no preservatives, and no guessing about what's actually in the carton.
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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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