How to Make Homemade Oat Milk (Plant Based)
Follow these easy instructions on how to make homemade Oat Milk for a cheaper, healthier alternative to store-bought plant-based milk!
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Cheesecloth, nut milk bag or clean T-shirt
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry oats
- 4 cups room temperature water
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ⅛ tsp xanthan gum an emulsifier to avoid curdling in hot beverages (like a barista-style milk)
- pinch pink salt for flavor
Instructions
- Add the ingredients into a blender. Sprinkle the xanthan gum lightly over the mixture — don’t dump it all in one spot — or it can clump up.
- Blend all ingredients until smooth. Add some Medjool dates, agave nectar or pure maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired.
- Strain the liquid through a cheesecloth into a large bowl.
- Taste the milk. If it tastes slimy, then strain it once more through the cheesecloth.
- Once the straining step is complete and the oat is milk is at the desired consistency, use in recipes as a substitute for store-bought oat milk.
- See storage instructions below.
Notes
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Storage
- Store in an airtight container or milk jug for up to four days. Make sure to give the bottle a good stir or shake before using.