DIY Oat Milk - Quick and Affordable
DIY Oat Milk is a great dairy-free milk alternative. It is creamy and smooth and delicious when added to coffee, tea, smoothies, smoothie bowls, and baked goods. It is very simple and quick to make as well as affordable. Try the original recipe or see below for our versions of healthy Strawberry Oat Milk and Chocolate Oat milk. Enjoy!
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine Mesh Strainer
- Medium Sized Bowl
- Large Glass Mason Jar or Pitcher with Lid
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Rolled Oats ***See recipe notes
- 2-3 Cups Filtered Water
- 1-2 Pitted Medjool Dates or 1-2 Maple Syrup (optional)
- 1 tsp Vanilla (optional)
- 1/16 tsp or a pinch of Salt (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Medjool dates and water. Do this step first to avoid over blending the oats in step two. Use 2 dates or 2 Tbsp of maple syrup if you prefer sweeter milk. Use 2 cups of water for a creamier texture and 3 cups if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Add the oats, vanilla, and salt and blend for 15-30 seconds. Do not over blend as it may make your oat milk a bit slimy in texture.
- Strain the oat milk into the medium-sized bowl to your desired consistency. You may need to strain 2-3 times. Use a fine-mesh strainer if you have one. This method worked best for us. I also used cheesecloth and the squeezing process created a very slimy texture and it definitely creates a lot more work and frustration. If you do not mind the leftover oat flakes in your milk, you may skip this step and increase your fiber content!
- Pour into a sealed glass mason jar or pitcher with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Chill and Enjoy
Notes
***Use certified gluten-free oats if you are gluten intolerant or have an allergy to gluten.