Karen Arroyo
@karena
Homemade Roasted Nut Milk
This creamy and delicious roasted nut milk is a perfect dairy-free alternative for your smoothies, coffee, or cereal. Made with a blend of raw mixed nuts, it's easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Enjoy it chilled or use it in your favorite recipes!
Details
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:4
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups
- 4 cups
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 pinch
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Roasted Nut Milk.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (180°C).
Step 2
While the oven warms up, grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper.
Step 3
Spread your mixed nuts evenly across the sheet, creating a delightful nutty canvas.
Step 4
Pop the baking sheet into the oven and let the nuts bake for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
After that, give the sheet a gentle shake to flip the nuts, ensuring they toast evenly.
Step 6
Continue baking for another 5 minutes, or until the nuts are beautifully toasted and fragrant, filling your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma.
Step 7
Once they’re ready, turn off the oven and let the nuts cool slightly inside for about 10 minutes, allowing their flavors to deepen.
Step 8
Next, transfer those toasted treasures into a large bowl and pour in 4 cups of water.
Step 9
Cover the bowl and let the nuts soak for 30 minutes.
Step 10
This step is crucial as it softens the nuts, making them perfect for blending.
Step 11
After the soaking time, use a slotted spoon to lift the nuts out of the water, but don’t toss that soaking water just yet; you’ll need it later.
Step 12
Place the nuts in a blender and add 1 cup of the reserved soaking water.
Step 13
Blend on low speed for about 30 seconds, letting the nuts break down into a creamy mixture.
Step 14
Now, add another cup of the reserved soaking water to the blender and blend again for 1 minute.
Step 15
Then, pour in the remaining soaking water and blend on medium speed for an additional 30 seconds.
Step 16
This is where the magic happens! Allow the nut milk to rest for 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together beautifully.
Step 17
Once the resting time is up, it’s time to strain your nut milk.
Step 18
Pour it through a fine sieve or a nut bag into a glass container, separating the creamy liquid from the nut pulp.
Step 19
To finish off your delicious nut milk, stir in some honey and a pinch of salt until everything is well combined.
Step 20
Cover your container and store the nut milk in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Step 21
Enjoy your homemade nut milk in smoothies, coffee, or simply on its own—it's a delightful treat that’s both nutritious and satisfying!.