Making your own nut milk at home is not only tastier than using store-bought varieties, it also contains much higher levels of nutrients. Other benefits include:
Reduced intake of additives & preservatives
Reduced plastic use
Reduced cost
Increased levels of fibre
It's very simple to make yourself. Whether you want to make almond milk, hemp milk, buckwheat milk or oat milk, the instructions are essentially the same. Give it a go and let us know what you think. I'm sure you will find it so delicious you won't be able to go back to the store-bought varieties again. Nothing beats homemade for both taste and nutrition!
Instructions on how to make your own plant-based milk
Ingredients
1 cup of nuts or seeds - I recommend almonds, hemp, buckwheat or oats
3 cups of filtered water
Directions
Soak nuts for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible
Strain through a nut milk bag (or a fine strainer if you don't have one)
Pour into a jar and store in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days
Add to smoothies, your morning granola and teas and coffees
Note:
Hemp milk doesn't require straining
Avoid making nut milk with macadamia or cashews as they can be too rich, and can flair up digestive symptoms
With Love
Rose