Why Make Your Own Oat Milk? 🌾
Store-bought oat milk may seem like a healthy choice, but if you take a closer look at the label, you’ll often find a long list of unnecessary ingredients — from preservatives and gums to artificial flavors and thickeners. These additives can compromise the clean, wholesome nature of what should be a simple, nourishing plant-based milk.
The good news? Making your own oat milk at home is incredibly easy, affordable, and takes just minutes. With only a couple of ingredients and no preservatives, you’ll get a fresh, creamy oat milk that’s perfect for coffee, smoothies, baking, or sipping straight from the glass.
Best of all, homemade oat milk stays fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just store it in a sealed glass jar and give it a quick shake before each use — since it’s free from stabilizers, a little natural separation is completely normal.
Ready to make your own clean and delicious oat milk? Let’s blend!
Ingredients:
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1 cup rolled oats
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4 cups cold filtered water
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Optional: 1–2 dates, 1 tsp vanilla extract, pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Add oats and water to a blender. (Add optional ingredients if using.)
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Blend for 30 seconds max — don’t overblend!
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Strain using a nut milk bag, fine mesh strainer, or thin kitchen towel.
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Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake before use!
Crunchy Mama Tip:
For creamier milk, use less water (start with 3 cups). For a thinner version, use 5 cups. Avoid soaking the oats to reduce sliminess.
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