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How To Make Oat Milk Recipe

Make creamy, delicious homemade oat milk in minutes! This simple recipe uses just 3 whole-food ingredients: oats, water, and a pinch of salt. Soak the oats overnight for the best texture, then blend, strain, and enjoy! Packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and naturally lactose-free and cholesterol-free, this oat milk is a healthier, cheaper alternative to store-bought options. Discover the benefits of oat milk: prevent heart disease, improve gut health, and boost your nutrient intake. Perfect for lattes, smoothies, cereal, or cooking! #oatmilk #homemade #vegan #dairyfree #healthyrecipes #plantbased #easyrecipe

Prep Time 12 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 153.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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How to Make How To Make Oat Milk

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 4 cups of filtered water. Stir well to ensure all oats are submerged.
  2. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth or lid and let it soak in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
  3. Once soaked, transfer the oat mixture to a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
  4. Line a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl. Carefully pour the blended oat mixture through the sieve, pressing gently with a spatula to extract as much milk as possible. Discard the leftover pulp (or save it for baking!).
  5. Pour the strained oat milk into a clean glass jar or container.
  6. For added flavor, stir in 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, a pinch of cinnamon, or a touch of maple syrup (optional).
  7. Refrigerate your homemade oat milk for up to 5 days.
  8. Enjoy your creamy, nutritious oat milk in your coffee, smoothies, cereal, or use it in your favorite recipes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

2g

Carbs

9g

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