Since finding out I’m lactose intolerant I’ve tried most dairy free milks but rarely buy them as I find the cartons way too big and end of throwing most of it away. I’ve weaned myself off pretty much all drinks & meals that use substitutions for dairy products although I do sometime still crave a bowl of muesli or a soya latte.
So I was very excited to find out I could make my own nut milk in my new Froothie Optimum 9400. I love the idea of being able to whip up a small batch as and when I need it, and as it only takes 30 seconds of blending and the same again to clean the jug & blades, it’s much quicker than popping to the shop to buy some!
I started off with almond milk, but there are plenty of other options. How about hazelnut, brazil or even pecan? And you can even make your own coconut milk too. Emma from Coconut & Berries made this divine sounding Healthy Mocha-Hazelnut Shake, how good does that sound?!
It’s early days, but I think I’m a little bit in love with my Froothie already :)
- 150 g almonds
- 1 litre water
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Blend the nuts and water together for around 30 seconds on high in the Froothie blender.
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Drain into the nut milk bag that comes with the machine and drain then twist the bag to squeeze all of the fresh almond milk out.
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Kerry @ Kerry Cooks says
22 August 2014 at 7:51 pmIf you buy almonds in bulk I suspect this would work out cheaper than buying almond milk! Thanks for sharing!
Jane Sarchet says
25 August 2014 at 5:34 pmI think you’re right Kerry. Certainly the little bags you get at the supermarket work out more expensive, but when you get to the kilo plus bags it starts getting a lot cheaper!
Janie x
Simone says
22 August 2014 at 11:25 pmI have been making my own nut milks for a while, so easy ! Cashew milk is a good one too. I also add a little vanilla extract, Himalayan salt and tbsp of maple syrup, makes it extra yummy ! One extra tidbit, if you have the time, it’s a good idea to soak the nuts for a few hours beforehand ( soaking times depend on nut, google “how to activate your nuts !”….it helps break down the phytic acid and enzyme inhibitors, therefore helping you absorb more of the nutrients…added bonus!
Jane Sarchet says
25 August 2014 at 5:36 pmYou really want me to google “how to activate your nuts” Simone?! :D
I have heard about the benefits of soaking the nuts first, I shall give it a go with my next batch.
Janie x
Jan Saunders says
28 October 2016 at 10:57 amRight on Simone. :-) I add the same! Plus some cinnamon :-) and also often soak a couple of dates and some cashews instead of ALL almonds too. Cashew milk is smoother and sweeter.
Yes definitely better to soak nuts overnight before using them in any liquid recipe
Jane Sarchet says
10 November 2016 at 7:54 amThanks so much Jan!
Janie x
Patti says
26 August 2014 at 12:02 pmI detest cows milk so have drunk almond milk for a few years now, it is wonderful and the joy of living in the Italian countryside…we have 10 almond trees growing on our land and I have just started harvesting them :)
Jane Sarchet says
26 August 2014 at 3:18 pmNOOO! I’m on my way Patti :D
Janie x
Jacqueline Meldrum says
8 September 2014 at 11:13 pmI’ve been meaning to make some too, but keep forgetting to soak the nuts. Glad you are loving your Froothie.
Jane Sarchet says
10 September 2014 at 9:02 pmI didn’t bother soaking mine Jac, just whizzed them all up.
Janie x
Sarah, Maison Cupcake says
9 September 2014 at 1:01 pmI didn’t know they had a “nut bag” – I want a nut bag now and my Vitamix doesn’t have one!!!
Jane Sarchet says
10 September 2014 at 9:01 pmIt wouldn’t be difficult to make one Sarah, or I’m sure you could buy one independently. It’s really useful to whip up a nut milk in no time :)
Janie x
Urvashi says
9 October 2014 at 8:28 pmWonderful. Do you think the sameprocess would work for oats? I love oat milk
Jane Sarchet says
10 October 2014 at 10:15 amI’m guessing so, let me give it a bash & I’ll get back to you!
Janie x