
Creamy, rich, and made from just three ingredients, this homemade coconut milk is the kind of kitchen staple that makes everything else taste better. Canned versions often come with additives, stabilizers, and the occasional mystery ingredient, so blending your own gives you full control over what goes into your food. The process is straightforward — shredded coconut, hot water, and a pinch of salt go into a blender, and a quick squeeze through a nut milk bag does the rest. What comes out is a silky, naturally sweet milk that works beautifully in curries, smoothies, oatmeal, baked goods, or anywhere you'd reach for a dairy alternative. Because it's entirely plant-based and built from whole coconut, there's nothing to second-guess — no fillers, no fungi-derived additives, just pure coconut goodness. It keeps in the fridge for up to four or five days, and a quick shake before use is all it takes to bring it back together after separating.
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Add the shredded coconut, hot water, and salt to a high-speed blender. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes so the coconut softens and the water cools slightly.
Blend on high speed for 60–90 seconds, until the mixture is thick, white, and the coconut is broken down into very fine particles.
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