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Cinnamon Sea Salt Almond Milk - Olivia Adriance
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CREAMY CINNAMON SEA SALT ALMOND MILK

The creamiest, dreamiest homemade almond milk enhanced with a touch of cinnamon and vanilla!
Course: Beverage, Beverages, Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Almond milk, Homemade nut milk
Servings: 48 ounces
Author: Olivia Adriance

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw almonds, soaked overnight or at least 4 hours
  • 7 cups filtered water
  • 1 heaping teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 medjool dates
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons coconut cream (optional, but makes it extra creamy!)

Instructions

  • Strain the soaked almonds (discarding the soaking liquid) and rinse under running water until the water runs clear.
  • Add the almonds and 7 cups of water to a high-speed blender (like a Vitamix) and blend for 2 minutes, or until frothy.
  • Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. (Don’t tell anyone, but I’ve also used an old, clean T-shirt!), squeezing as much of the liquid out as possible.
  • At this point, you have basic almond milk and you can totally stop here but we’re going to keep jazzing it up!
  • Pour the almond milk back into your blender with the pitted dates, cinnamon, coconut cream, salt, and vanilla extract.
  • Blend on high for 1 or 2 minutes until nice and frothy.
  • Pour into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to a week. ENJOY!

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions: 

How long do I soak almonds? 
I suggest soaking them for at least 4 hours. I typically soak them overnight. Put them in a large glass jar or bowl, cover with water, pop on a lid, and place in the fridge. 
How to store homemade almond milk? 
Place in a sealed glass jar or container and store in the fridge. 
How to make almond milk creamy? 
Using a high-speed blender is key here! It will pulverize the nuts and make straining them so much easier. I also like to add a bit of coconut cream for flavor and to enhance the creaminess. 
What is coconut cream?
Coconut cream is the thick layer at the top of a can of coconut milk. It’s easiest to scoop out when the coconut milk is chilled. Use the rest of the milk for another recipe, such as my Skin Loving Carrot Ginger Coconut Milk Soup! 
Can I use roasted almonds?
Yes, but raw almonds have a more subtle flavor and result in a creamier finish. 
How long does homemade almond milk last in the fridge? 
This almond milk will last 5 to 7 days in the fridge. 
How much almond milk does this recipe make? 
This makes 48 ounces, or about 2 liters + 2 cups — plenty for all your lattes and smoothies!  
Where do I find your milk bottles?
Here is a link to my milk bottles! One of my most popular link requests.