Description
This homemade low carb almond milk is a simple, dairy-free alternative made with just almonds and water. It’s naturally low in carbs, perfect for keto, paleo, and vegan diets, and free from preservatives or added sugars.
Ingredients
1 cup raw almonds
4 cups filtered water
Pinch of sea salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
1. Soak almonds in water overnight, then drain and rinse.
2. Add soaked almonds and 4 cups fresh water to a high-speed blender.
3. Blend on high for 1 minute until smooth and creamy.
4. Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth into a large bowl.
5. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
6. Add sea salt or vanilla if using, stir well.
7. Store in a sealed glass bottle in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake before use.
Notes
For a creamier milk, use less water.
Pulp can be saved and used in baking or smoothies.
Always use unsweetened almonds for lowest carbs.
Homemade low carb almond milk works great in coffee, tea, cereal, and keto recipes.
- Prep Time: 8 hours (includes soaking time)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg