Almond Milk (Vegan, Raw, Gluten Free)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 17

Delicious Almond Milk recipe for a refreshing drink

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

6 hours

Cook

10 min

Ready In

6 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup almonds ( you may blanch to remove skins if you like , I have made it both ways , smoother with the blanch , heal )
	3 cups water ( spring water )
	1 tablespoon date molasses ( or to taste , called dibis in Arabic , silan in Hebrew sometimes called date syrup or date honey )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

3-4

Calories

Sugar

Fat

Almond milk is a popular and nutritious alternative to cow's milk that's easy to make at home. This vegan, raw, and gluten-free version of almond milk is a great source of essential nutrients and is perfect for individuals who are lactose intolerant or vegan. Almond milk is also a good option for people with nut allergies, as it's produced from ground almonds rather than whole nuts. This recipe uses spring water and date molasses to sweeten. You can adjust the sweetness level to taste and add other flavorings such as vanilla extract or cinnamon to suit your preference.

Instructions

1.	Soak the almonds in water overnight or for at least 6 hours.
2.	Drain and rinse the soaked almonds.
3.	Blend the almonds with 3 cups of fresh water until smooth.
4.	Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth into a bowl.
5.	Add the date molasses and mix well.
6.	Store the almond milk in a tightly sealed jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 5 days.

PROS

Almond milk is a great dairy-free alternative that contains no lactose, making it easy to digest and suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance.

It is also vegan and gluten-free.

It is a good source of vitamin E and contains lower calories and fat as compared to cow’s milk.

CONS

Commercially made almond milk may contain added sweeteners and preservatives which can impact the health benefits and alter the taste.

It is also low in protein when compared to cow’s milk.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almond milk is a good source of vitamin E, which helps to protect your cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It also contains healthy fats that can help lower cholesterol and improve heart health. Almond milk may also help with weight management as it contains lower calories than cow’s milk.