Lactose Free Vegan Hemp Milk
Creamy, plant-based milk made from hemp hearts is one of the easiest swaps you can make in the kitchen, and this version comes together in just a few minutes with nothing more than a blender and a fine-mesh strainer. Hemp seeds naturally contain zero lactose and zero dairy, so there's no need to scan labels for hidden milk derivatives or worry about cross-contamination from conventional dairy processing. The result is a subtly nutty, smooth milk that works beautifully poured over cereal, stirred into coffee, or sipped straight over ice. A touch of maple syrup and vanilla extract are optional add-ins that nudge the flavor toward something almost dessert-like, while a pinch of salt keeps it balanced and savory enough for cooking. Unlike many store-bought alternatives, this one skips the gums, emulsifiers, and fillers entirely — just hemp, water, and whatever extras you choose. Seal it in a glass jar and keep it in the fridge for a fresh, wholesome milk you actually made yourself.
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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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