Keto Almond Protein Milk
Creamy, nutritious, and completely keto-friendly, this Keto Almond Protein Milk is the perfect dairy-free alternative that fits seamlessly into a low-carb lifestyle. Made from soaked almonds for a rich, silky base, this recipe incorporates unsweetened keto-friendly vanilla protein powder, enhancing both the flavor and protein content. A dash of vanilla extract, a whisper of sea salt, and customizable sweetness from liquid stevia take this homemade almond milk to a whole new level of versatility and taste. Whether you enjoy it straight from the glass, blended into smoothies, or splashed over your morning keto cereal, this refreshing beverage is a wholesome, sugar-free option that’s easy to make and full of clean ingredients. Plus, with just a little prep time and minimal effort, you can enjoy fresh protein-packed almond milk that stays delicious for days in the fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 4 cups water
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (keto-friendly, unsweetened)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 10 drops liquid stevia (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Place almonds in a large bowl and cover with water. Allow them to soak overnight or for at least 8 hours to soften.
2. Drain and rinse the almonds thoroughly after soaking.
3. Add the almonds to a high-speed blender along with 4 cups of fresh water.
4. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the almonds are fully broken down and the mixture looks creamy.
5. Position a nut milk bag or a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl. Pour the almond blend through the strainer to separate the milk from the pulp.
6. Squeeze the nut milk bag or press with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, collecting the almond milk in the bowl below.
7. Pour the almond milk back into the clean blender jug.
8. Add the vanilla protein powder, sea salt, liquid stevia, and vanilla extract to the almond milk.
9. Blend again on medium speed for about 30 seconds until all the ingredients are well combined.
10. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more stevia.
11. Transfer the protein almond milk to a sealable glass bottle or container and refrigerate. Shake well before use.
12. Store in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.5 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 535 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 209 mg | 4% | |
*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.
