How To Make Homemade Oat Milk

May 28, 2019

by Amanda Li Our Recipes

Store in the fridge (for up to a week) until you’re ready to drink and enjoy! This homemade oat milk recipe is not only more delicious than anything you could pick up on a supermarket shelf, but it also gives you total control over sweetness and consistency at a fraction of the cost.

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The spotlight is on plant-based alternatives this year — with oat milk, in particular, popping up everywhere. The trendy (and DELICIOUS) drink has a more neutral flavour than other dairy alternatives, meaning it’s versatile enough for lattes, overnight oats, fruit bowls, and even your smoothies. It’s the perfect swap-in as a dairy-free alternative in any recipe. Oat milk is also a healthier option, rich in fibre and lower in fat than traditional milk. Packed with nutrients like vitamin A, iron and calcium, it’s good for both your body and taste buds.

Homemade Oat Milk Recipe

Here’s what you’ll need to make your own DIY oat milk at home:

1 Cup Rolled Oats, Gluten-Free (if needed)
2 Cups Filtered Water
Pinch of Salt, optional
Dash of Maple Syrup, optional
Dates, optional

Here’s what you’ll do:

Add oats, filtered water, and desired sweeteners to a blender. Maple syrup is an easy way to sweeten your milk with an ingredient you likely already have in your pantry. You can also blend in some dates for a nutritious and natural sweetener.

2. Blend all the ingredients until smooth.

3. In order to reserve the liquid, strain through a fine-mesh strainer, nut-milk bag, clean dish towel, or triple-layered cheesecloth.

4. Store in the fridge (for up to a week) until ready to drink. Be sure to shake the oat milk before consuming. Enjoy!

If you want to take your oat milk to the next level, we suggest pouring it in a bowl with some homemade granola and topping it with your favourite fresh fruit. We promise you’ll enjoy this breakfast upgrade every morning!