When I cut casein out of my son’s diet, I had to have a milk alternative. So, we started trying things out, and I landed on Homemade Almond Milk. I haven’t regretted it at all!
Homemade Almond Milk
1 c. raw almonds
8 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
Cheesecloth (or coffee filter, which is what I used)
Vanilla (optional), I added 2 tsp because that is what my son likes.
Directions
Any Sweetener (maple syrup, agave nectar, artificial sweetener, sugar, cane sugar, etc.) can be used. I only had regular sugar, so for 2 quarts, I added a little over a third of a cup. LOL…maybe went a bit too far on that, but he likes it!
Soak 1 cup of almonds in 4 cups of water overnight. Drain almonds and rinse thoroughly. If you have a blender, pour your almonds into 8 cups of fresh water (not what you soaked them in overnight). Blend until the almonds are pulp.
Pour through cheesecloth, squeezing the milk into a bowl. Blend again, adding salt, vanilla, and/or sweetener (or leave plain). Store in a quart container in the refrigerator. Shake before use. It will last about a week. It makes 2 quarts.
Super Easy
This was way easy to make. I’m surprised. It took some trial and error to get the sugar right. N was pretty good about being my taste tester, even when I forgot to add the sugar!
Making Homemade Almond Milk has been such a blessing for us. At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it turned out to be simple and much more flavorful than any store-bought alternative I had tried. The process itself is very straightforward, and you can adjust the sweetness based on your preference. The key is finding that perfect balance—just enough sweetness without overdoing it, and that’s where the trial and error came in. I found that using regular sugar worked best for us, but maple syrup or agave nectar can be great alternatives. I’m so glad I took the time to make the switch, and now we enjoy fresh almond milk without worrying about any hidden additives. It’s not only cost-effective but also a healthier option for my son. The best part is, it’s versatile! You can use it for smoothies, in baking, or just pour it in your coffee for a creamy touch.
