Oat Milk

Prep & Cook Time: 2.25 Hours

Ingredients:

- 1 Cup Oats

- 3 Cups Water

- 1-2 Tbsp Maple Syrup (to desired taste) 

- 1-2 Tsp White Sugar (to desired taste) 

- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract

- 1/8 Salt

Instructions:

Place all ingredients in high speed blender on medium (until smooth and milky) for about 10-15 seconds. Then strain into a large bowl using a nut bag.

 

Store in the fridge for up to 5 days. The fresher, the better. If kept in fridge shake before using each time. 

*Blend in 1/4 cup cocoa for chocolate oat milk. 

*To make a heavy cream type of oat milk, blend in 2-3 Tbsp of Coconut Oil (but will increase fat content.

--------------For One Cup of Oat Milk-----------

Ingredients:

- 1 Cup Cold Water

- 1/4 Cup Oats 

- 1/4 Tsp Vanilla

- 2 Tsp Maple Syrup 

- Very Light Dash of Salt 

Instructions:

Add the water, oats, maple syrup, vanilla and sea salt to a small high-speed blender and blend for 30 seconds until it turns white and is smooth. Do not overblend. 

Strain through a nut milk bag, fine sieve or cheese cloth. But do not put too much pressure or squeeze too tightly - This will cause it to become slimey. The leftover pulp can be discarded. Pour into a small bottle with lid, refrigerate allowing to chill for at least 2 hours before drinking. 

*Keeps fresh sealed with lid in fridge for up to 5 days. Just shake well before using. *Use in coffee or over cereal.