Fresh Almond Milk

Ingredients

Directions

Boil 6 cups of filtered water
Place the almonds in a large, heat resistant bowl
Pour hot water over almonds and let sit out until water has cooled
Place bowl, almonds and water into the refrigerator to soak overnight (or at least 6-8 hrs)
Strain almonds and rinse if desired
Add almonds to a blender with 6-8 cups water (less water will make a creamier almond milk – it’s often best to start with less and add more water if needed)
Blend until almonds disintegrate and texture becomes creamy
Strain milk into a large container through a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth (NOTE: milk may contain small amounts of almond sediment – if you prefer a smoother milk, strain twice through a cheese cloth)
Add OPTIONAL ingredients as desired and blend again or stir vigorously.
Keep covered in refrigerator for up to 1 week

Makes approximately 8 servings.

Notes

There is something so gratifying about making your own fresh almond milk! In addition to knowing your milk doesn’t contain any of the added sugars or preservatives of store-bought milk, this almond milk comes out so creamy you’ll find it hard to resist not drinking a cup right on the spot! We suggest warming it in a small sauce pan with a hint of maple syrup and cardamom to for a warming, relaxing and nurturing treat.

We love this almond milk just as it is but if you prefer more flavor or texture to your milk, the optional ingredients – vanilla, salt and maple syrup – will help get you there. Adjust quantities per your taste (if you like sweeter milk, add more maple syrup, etc.)

You can store this almond milk in the refrigerator for about one week – be sure to shake or stir well before serving.

PS – Save the almond pulp to make Cacao Energy Balls from fresh pulp or Coconut Almond Cookies from dehydrated pulp!

Dosha Type

Almonds are more “warming” in nature so this milk is best for Vata (air-types) and Kapha (earth-types) Doshas. Vatas will enjoy a thicker creamier milk while Kapha is best served with a thinner milk. Pitta (fire-types) can enjoy almond milk during the colder months of Fall and Winter.

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