Almond Protein Milk
Elevate your dairy-free beverage game with this smooth and creamy Almond Protein Milk! Packed with the nutty richness of raw almonds and boosted by unsweetened protein powder, this homemade milk is perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone seeking a healthy, delicious alternative to store-bought options. Infused with a hint of vanilla extract and lightly sweetened with maple syrup or honey, every sip feels indulgent yet wholesome. This recipe is incredibly easy, requiring just overnight soaking, blending, and straining for a fresh, nutritious drink ready in minutes. Enjoy it as a morning kick-starter, post-workout recovery drink, or a versatile addition to smoothies and recipes. Plus, it’s gluten-free, plant-based, and naturally high in protein, making it an ideal choice for clean eating. Shake well before serving and savor the goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Start by soaking the raw almonds in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. This will soften them and make them easier to blend.
Drain and rinse the soaked almonds thoroughly under cool running water.
Transfer the almonds to a high-speed blender. Add 4 cups of fresh water and blend on high until the almonds are finely ground and the mixture looks creamy, for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Strain the almond mixture through a nut milk bag or a fine mesh strainer lined with cheese cloth into a large bowl. Squeeze and press down on the solids to extract as much milk as possible.
Discard the almond pulp or reserve it for another recipe, such as almond flour or as an ingredient in baking.
Return the almond milk to the blender. Add the unsweetened protein powder, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey (if using), and sea salt.
Blend the mixture on medium speed until all the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated and the milk is smooth.
Taste and adjust sweeteners or vanilla if desired.
Pour the almond protein milk into a glass bottle or jar and refrigerate. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake well before each use as natural separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 689 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.9 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1184 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
