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A glass of homemade oat milk with a measuring cup of oats and a bottle of oat milk in the background
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Homemade Oat Milk

Homemade Oat Milk is quick and affordable. But the quality, texture, and nutritional content may be lacking compared to store-bought.
Prep Time5 minutes
Soaking Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: coconut milk, dairy free, dairy free milk, non dairy, non dairy milk, oat milk, oats, plant based, vegan, vegetarian
Servings: 4
Author: Carissa Serink

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats (don't use quick or instant oats)
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • pinch kosher salt optional
  • 4 cups cold water

Instructions

  • Pour 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats into a medium bowl, and pour enough cold water over them to cover the oats by at least 2 inches. Let the oats soak for 10 minutes. Avoid over-soaking.
  • Drain the oats through a sieve or colander, and rinse with cold water. Transfer the rinsed oats to a blender. Add 1 Tablespoon sugar, a pinch kosher salt (if using), and 4 cups cold water.
  • Blend the oats for about 10-15 seconds. Strain the mixture through a very fine strainer (eg. a reusable coffee filter or yogurt strainer) or a fine-mesh strainer lined with 3 layers of cheesecloth or a clean flour sack towel. If you still see any sediment in the milk, rinse the strainer and/or cloths and strain again.
  • Store the milk in an airtight jar or bottle in the fridge, shaking before use. Use within 2 days.