D I Y Rice Milk
Discover the simplicity of making your own creamy, dairy-free *DIY Rice Milk* at home with this easy recipe! Using just a handful of ingredients—uncooked white or brown rice, water, and optional sweeteners like maple syrup or vanilla—you can create a smooth, plant-based milk perfect for drinking, baking, or adding to coffee. With a soak-and-blend method that requires minimal effort, this recipe ensures a velvety texture and customizable flavor. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free, vegan, and budget-friendly, making it a fantastic alternative to store-bought options. Ready in just a few steps, this homemade rice milk is fresh, nutritious, and ideal for lactose-free diets. Shake well before serving and enjoy as a refreshing drink or a versatile ingredient in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 4 cups water (for soaking and blending)
- 1 tablespoon optional sweetener (e.g., maple syrup, honey, or sugar)
- 1 teaspoon optional vanilla extract
- 1 pinch optional pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.
Place the rinsed rice in a bowl and cover it with water. Let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
After soaking, drain the rice and discard the soaking water.
Add the soaked rice and 4 cups of fresh water to a blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and the rice is fully broken down.
For sweeter rice milk, add the optional sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blender. Blend for an additional 20-30 seconds to combine.
Strain the blended mixture through a nut milk bag, fine mesh strainer, or cheesecloth into a large bowl or jug. Squeeze or press out as much liquid as possible.
Transfer the strained rice milk into a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate. Shake well before use, as natural separation may occur.
Enjoy your homemade rice milk within 4-5 days, using it as a dairy-free substitute in your favorite recipes or as a refreshing drink on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
780 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*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.
