How to Make Your Own Oat Milk at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
Homemade Oat Milk Recipe: How to Create Creamy Plant-Based Milk at Home
Now you have a homemade oat milk recipe at your fingertips, allowing you to enjoy creamy, dairy-free goodness whenever you please!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 4 cups of filtered water
- Optional sweeteners or flavourings (e.g., maple syrup, vanilla extract, or dates)
Instructions:
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Rinse and Drain:
- Rinse the oats thoroughly under cold, running water. Drain them to remove excess starch.
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Blend Oats and Water:
- In a blender, combine the rinsed oats and filtered water.
- If you'd like sweetened or flavoured oat milk, add your choice of sweeteners or flavourings at this stage.
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Blend Until Smooth:
- Blend on high for about 30 seconds or until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Strain the Mixture:
- Place a nut milk bag, fine-mesh strainer, or cheesecloth over a clean container or pitcher.
- Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, squeezing or pressing to extract all the liquid.
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Store and Refrigerate:
- Transfer the strained oat milk to a sealed container or bottle.
- Store it in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
Nutritional Information (Approximate):
- Calories: 120-150 kcal per cup (may vary with added ingredients)
- Carbohydrates: 20-25g
- Protein: 2-3g
- Fat: 2-3g
- Fibre: 2-3g
