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How to Make Almond Milk (In 5 Minutes)

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 08/07/19 Updated: 03/22/22
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Want to learn how to make almond milk? You only need 5 minutes, a couple ingredients, and a high speed blender to make the richest and creamiest almond milk you’ll ever have. Vegan, Whole30, and paleo!

Homemade almond milk in a jar with other containers in background

My family and I, we drink a lot of almond milk.

We usually buy it by the carton, but even the healthiest of brands has an ingredient list longer than my thumb.

But this girl doesn’t have time for complicated processes when it comes to healthier switcheroos. Nope. If it requires thinking ahead, planning, soaking… I’m out. I just totally forget! I can barely keep up with “wacky sock day” at preschool or when my client proposal is due. And if learning how to make almond milk requires planning ahead, it’s just not happening.

This process for how to make almond milk is the answer to my prayers! Not only is it super, super easy and quick, but it produces an almond milk that’s richer and creamier than anything you’d find at the store, and the ingredients are squeaky clean, healthy, and easy to pronounce!

Why This Homemade Version Is So Good

  • It’s made in five minutes, start to finish.
  • Learning how to make almond milk produces the best almond milk you’ll ever have! It’s so much richer and creamier than store-bought.
  • It uses only a handful of simple ingredients. If you want to learn how to make plain almond milk, all you need is almonds and water!
  • You can include dates and vanilla extract for a healthy lightly sweetened vanilla almond milk.
  • This almond milk uses only clean ingredients, and you can pronounce everything on the list.
  • Did I mention it only takes 5 minutes?!
Homemade almond milk pouring into a jaar

Do you need to soak the almonds when you make almond milk?

Nope! So long as you have a high-speed blender, like a Vitamix or Blendtec, you do not need to soak the almonds. You do want to make sure you use raw almonds and blend for long enough. But soaking is not necessary in my experience.

How to Make It

How to make almond milk instructions grphic

It’s a super simple 2-step process. Ready?

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until totally smooth, about 2 minutes.
  2. Strain the liquid through a nut milk bag.

That’s it!

Ingredients

Want to learn how to make almond milk? Here’s what you need for the simplest recipe:

  1. Raw almonds
  2. Water
Silver measuring cup of almonds

That’s it!

If you’d like to make a vanilla or lightly sweetened version, you’ll add

  • Pitted dates
  • Vanilla extract

It really couldn’t be simpler.

Can I make almond milk with a regular blender?

You can, but you will need to soak your almonds for at least 4 hours if you do not have a high-speed blender. Soaking the almonds overnight is even better.

Do I need a nut milk bag?

I love using a nut milk bag to strain the almond pulp out of the homemade almond milk because it’s so, so easy. However, you can absolutely use a couple layers of cheesecloth to sieve out the solid parts of your almond milk. Simply line a strainer with 2-3 layers of cheesecloth and pour the mixture through, then twist the ends of the cheesecloth and wring out as much liquid as possible. Discard the almond pulp or use it in a recipe.

Storage Instructions

Now you’ve learned how to make almond milk! Store your rich and creamy dairy-free milk in an airtight glass or metal container, preferably a bottle for easy pouring. It will last a few days in the fridge, but it’s best fresh. Make sure to shake it prior to use; it will separate.

Homemade almond milk pouring into a jar

Other Recipes You’ll Love:

  • Iced Golden Milk Latte
  • One Minute Whole30 Mayo
  • Miracle Maca Latte Recipe
  • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe

Hey – you’ve made it this far, so now we’re basically best friends! If you make this recipe, I’d love for you to give it a quick review & star rating ★ below. Make sure you follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and Facebook, too!

Homemade almond milk pouring into a jar
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How to Make Almond Milk (In 5 Minutes)

Cook:5 minutes
Total:5 minutes
How to make almond milk that's super rich and creamy in only five minutes with healthy ingredients.
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4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 4-5 cups water

Vanilla Almond Milk

  • 1-2 dates pitted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • nut milk bag or cheesecloth and strainer

Instructions 

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender. Start with 4 cups water. Cover and blend on high for 2 minutes until completely smooth. Add the remaining 1 cup water to reach the desired texture.
  • Place a nut milk bag or strainer, lined with 2-3 layers of cheesecloth, over a bowl. Pour the mixture through then wring the bag or cheesecloth to squeeze out the remaining liquid from the pulp.
  • Discard pulp or use in an almond pulp recipe. Keep homemade almond milk in a glass or metal jar or airtight container in the fridge for about 3-5 days.

Notes

For plain almond milk, use just 1 cup almonds and 4-5 cups water.
For a lightly sweetened vanilla almond milk, use the almonds, water, dates, and vanilla extract.
For an almond creamer, you can use even less water. Start with 2 1/2 cups and work up to 3 1/2-4 cups water.
If on Whole30, omit dates and vanilla extract.

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Nutrition Information

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 213kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 13mg, Potassium: 264mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 3g, Calcium: 102mg, Iron: 1.3mg, Net Carbs: 4g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Meet Cheryl Malik

Cheryl Malik is the recipe developer, writer, and photographer behind the healthy, flavorful, family friendly recipes at 40 Aprons. She's been a blogger for 10+ years and is known for her delicious recipes and detailed recipe instructions. Cheryl is a mom of three who lives in Memphis, TN.

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  1. Suzie says

    Posted on 12/7/21 at 7:27 am

    To get creamy milk for coffee with less pulp I used 1 cup raw unpastureized soaked almonds to 3 cups water. Blended 4 minutes in vitamix. Does blending that long cause any health problem?

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 12/7/21 at 10:48 am

      Nope!5 stars

      Reply
  2. Milana says

    Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:59 pm

    Looks so good! Where are those glasses from? That you poured the milk into

    Reply
    • Savannah | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 11/10/20 at 3:37 pm

      They are Weck brand.5 stars

      Reply
  3. Theresa Hartman says

    Posted on 9/13/20 at 10:17 am

    I have a plastic bottle from the last store-bought almond milk I bought. Could I not use that and keep plastic out of the landfill a bit longer?

    Reply
    • Amelia Camurati says

      Posted on 9/18/20 at 12:09 pm

      Absolutely! We’re all about reusing things to help the environment.

      Reply
  4. Tanya G says

    Posted on 8/17/19 at 9:02 am

    What recipes would you use the nut pulp in?5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 8/19/19 at 10:38 am

      We would probably use it in some form of baking, energy bites, ice cream, smoothies, etc.

      Reply
  5. Britt B says

    Posted on 8/8/19 at 9:40 am

    I don’t know why I never take the time to make my own almond milk because this just sounds AMAZING and I love how easy it is! That’s a genius idea to throw in dates as well 🙂 Sounds delicious! I bet it would be amazing to use for dairy free ice cream as well!5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 8/8/19 at 9:53 am

      Thank you!!!

      Reply

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