Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
on Nov 06, 2021, Updated Sep 04, 2025
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This Homemade Almond Milk Recipe has been my go-to for lattes, overnight oats, and chia seed pudding recipes for years. It’s so incredibly easy to make, and the best part? You don’t need any fancy equipment – just a high-powered blender and a nut milk bag. The result is frothy, creamy, delicious, and absolutely 1000x better (and better for you 😉) than store-bought almond milk. Not only are the ingredients clean, but the taste is unbeatable. This recipe makes 1 liter of milk and stores well for 7-10 days, so you’ll have it for your breakfast recipes and coffees ☕ all week long.
Why You’ll Love my Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
You will gasp when you realize how easy it is to make Homemade Almond Milk 🤯. With only 5 ingredients, this recipe is super clean and streamlined. The result? A fresh, creamy, thick and frothy milk that’s way better than store-bought. Raw almonds 🌰 form the creamy base, sweetened by caramel-esque Medjool dates and a hint of vanilla for warmth. A pinch of salt cuts the sweetness and brings out the natural earthiness of the almonds. Filtered water 💧 keeps this recipe clean and adds volume – perfect for making ahead of time.
Ingredients
🌰 Raw almonds: I take about a cup of raw, organic almonds and cover them with filtered water to soak overnight. Soaking releases enzymes that aid with digestion and helps yield more milk.
🌴 Medjool dates: This low-glycemic fruit adds a hint of caramel-like sweetness to the mix.
🧂 Salt: Just a pinch adds balance to the flavors and brings out the natural flavors.
🍨 Vanilla extract: I like to add vanilla extract for a richer, sweeter taste without the need for added sugars.
💧 Water: Use filtered water for the cleanest almond milk.
Nonna’s Tip 🥛
Soak your almonds overnight in filtered water to soften before blending for the creamiest texture.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid these common mistakes for perfectly creamy and smooth Homemade Almond Milk.
- Skipping the soak: You definitely want to plan ahead and soak your almonds overnight (12 hours). There are so many benefits to this step: it releases enzymes that make the almonds more nutritious, softens them for easier blending, and leaves less pulp behind yielding more milk.
- Not using a high powered blender: You’ll want to use a high powered blender to really pulverize the nuts to get the most milk. I love my Vitamix!
- Straining without a nut milk bag: Even the highest powered blenders will leave behind some pulp. You’ll want to use a nut milk bag or cheesecloth to strain the milk for the smoothest results.
- Getting the nut to water ratio wrong: A good rule of thumb is 1 part nuts to 4 parts water. This ratio stays true no matter what kind of nuts you use. You can even make a blend, like cashew-almond or walnut-hazelnut.
Variations and Substitutions for Homemade Almond Milk
- Instead of almonds, you could use other raw nuts 🌰 such as cashews, walnuts, or hazelnuts.
- If you don’t like Medjool dates, don’t worry because you won’t even taste them! They give a beautiful natural sweetness. You can use maple syrup 🍁, agave or any other sweetener you like instead.
- If you are nut-free, try making my Homemade Oat Milk 🌾.
- Add cinnamon or vanilla bean paste to add some additional flavor.
- Make Chocolate Almond Milk 🍫 by adding 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cacao powder.
Similar Recipes
Best Served With
- Use this Homemade Almond Milk in your ☕ coffee and lattes.
- This almond milk is my go-to for any chia pudding recipes such as my Yogurt Chia Pudding, 🍫 Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding or Chia Seed Breakfast Pudding.
- Use this in any of my delicious overnight oat recipes such as Chocolate Overnight Oats or Tiramisu Overnight Oats or 🍓 Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats.
- I also love using almond milk in smoothies like my yummy Healthy Chocolate Smoothie.
Common Questions
This milk will last 7 to 10 days in the fridge.
You can absolutely also use a piece of cheesecloth if you cannot find a nut milk bag.
Don’t throw it away! Try my delicious No Bake Chocolate Balls recipe, it’s a great way to use up almond pulp. You can also use the almond pulp in your smoothies.
That’s no problem! Homemade Almond Milk doesn’t contain preservatives and emulsifiers, so it will naturally separate. I always shake it before each use.
You’ll need a high powered blender to make this Homemade Almond Milk Recipe. Also, be sure to soak the almonds overnight so that they are easier to blend.
Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw organic almonds
- 2 pitted medjool dates, or maple syrup
- pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups cold filtered water
Instructions
- Soak one cup of almonds in filtered cold water overnight. The following morning drain out the water and add the almonds to a blender with the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend on high for about a minute or until everything is well combined. Pour the almond milk into your nut milk bag, seal the bag, and gently squeeze out all of the milk, leaving the pulp inside.
- Transfer into a jar and refrigerate for 7 to 10 days.
- Remember to shake well before each use as the milk may separate. Feel free to search online for tasty recipes using almond pulp or add it to your smoothies. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Go nuts! Instead of almonds, you could use other raw nuts such as cashews, walnuts, or hazelnuts.
- Sweet! If you don’t like Medjool dates, don’t worry! You can use maple syrup, agave or any other sweetener you like instead.
- Nut allergies? If you are nut-free, try making my Homemade Oat Milk.
- Spice it up! Add cinnamon or vanilla bean paste to add some additional flavor.
- Make it Chocolate! Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cacao powder for the healthiest Chocolate Almond Milk.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Thank you for this recipe! I always hesitate to buy almond milk because there are so many additives. This version is way healthier and so much easier to make than I ever thought it would be!❤️🙌
This almond milk is SOOO good…WAY better than store bought! Definitely give it a try! Did what you recommended and made cookies afterwards! They were perfect!
Hi,
Do you really need a nut milk bag? Doesn’t a fine strainer work?
Thank you,
Ann
Hi Ann, the milk will be quite pulpy if you only use a strainer. You can also use a clean, thin kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S!!
I have a 7 yr old with ADHD and some eczema issues. I am trying to make better dietary changes for his health and I’ve been wanting to make the switch from dairy for him. I decided to take a leap of faith with your recipe and I have HOPE for the first time ever on this journey!! He LOVED IT and asked for more. Thank You so very much for sharing this recipe. We won’t need to waste expensive ingredients on multiple trial and errors. I will absolutely be trying more of your recipes in the very near future. THANK YOU!
oh wow Jenn, this review and note melted my heart. You have no idea how much this message touched me. Thank you for this and I am so happy your angel loved it!