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How To Make Homemade Oat Milk Recipe

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This homemade oat milk recipe offers a simple, creamy, and naturally sweet dairy-free milk alternative made from rolled oats, water, and optional natural sweeteners like maple syrup and vanilla extract. Perfect for smoothies, coffee, cereal, or drinking on its own, this oat milk is easy to prepare with just a blender and a nut milk bag or fine towel for straining.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (about 4 cups)

Ingredients

Basic Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 4 cups ice cold water

Optional Flavorings

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Blend Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, ice cold water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into a high-powered blender. Blend for 20 to 30 seconds, ensuring you do not over-blend to avoid sliminess.
  2. Strain the Mixture: Pour the blended oat milk through a nut milk bag or a thin towel placed over a large mixing bowl or pitcher to separate the liquid from the oat pulp. For extra smoothness, you may double strain the mixture to remove all sediment.
  3. Store the Milk: Transfer the strained oat milk into a sealed container and refrigerate. Consume within 4-5 days for the best freshness.

Notes

  • Do not over-blend oats and water to prevent slimy oat milk.
  • Double straining improves smoothness and removes fine oat particles.
  • Shake well before each use as natural separation may occur.
  • Use ice cold water for better creamy texture and to control blending temperature.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying maple syrup amount or omitting completely.
  • The leftover oat pulp can be used in baking or smoothies to minimize waste.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan