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How to Make Almond Milk at Home | Easy Keto-Friendly Recipe

If you’ve ever asked how to make almond milk at home, this easy guide will walk you through the exact process and show you why it’s a better choice than most store-bought options, especially if you’re following a Specific Carbohydrate Diet, keto or low-carb diet.

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Why Make Your Own Almond Milk?

Most almond milks at the store are packed with gums, fillers, and added sugars. If you’re trying to avoid processed foods, stick to clean ingredients, or follow a keto lifestyle, homemade almond milk is the best option.

And yes, almond milk is keto-friendly. In fact, it’s one of the lowest-carb milk alternatives available, making it perfect for low-carb recipes, coffee, smoothies, and more.

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Is Almond Milk Keto-Friendly?

Yes, unsweetened almond milk is one of the best milk options for a keto diet. One cup of homemade almond milk contains:

  • About 1.4g of total carbs
  • Less than 1g net carbs

Compare that to regular cow’s milk, which has 12g of carbs per cup, mostly from lactose (a natural sugar). If you’re trying to stay in ketosis, this is a smart swap.

How is Almond Milk Made?

Homemade almond milk is made by blending soaked almonds with water and then straining out the pulp. You control the ingredients, flavor, and consistency without added sugars or preservatives.

How Many Almonds Do You Need to Make Almond Milk?

To make approximately 1 liter (about 4 cups), you’ll need:

  • 1 cup of raw almonds
  • 4 cups of water

This ratio creates a creamy, smooth milk that’s perfect for drinking, baking, or pouring over keto granola.

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How to Make Almond Milk (Step-by-Step)

Here’s exactly how to make almond milk at home in just a few simple steps:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 4 cups filtered water
  • Optional: pinch of salt, 1 tsp vanilla extract, keto-friendly sweetener

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the Almonds

Place almonds in a bowl and cover with water. Let soak overnight (8–12 hours). This softens the nuts and makes blending easier.

Step 2: Rinse & Drain

Drain and rinse the soaked almonds thoroughly under cool water.

Step 3: Blend

Add the almonds and 4 cups of fresh filtered water to a high-speed blender. Blend on high for 3–5 minutes until the mixture looks milky and smooth.

Step 4: Strain

Pour the blended mixture through a nut milk bag, cheesecloth, or a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or jar. Squeeze out all the liquid.

Step 5: Store

Pour the finished almond milk into a sealed glass jar or milk jug. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    How to Make Almond Milk Keto-Friendly (Flavor Variations)

    Here are a few keto-friendly almond milk variations you can try:

    • Vanilla: Add 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • Chocolate: Blend in 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder + keto sweetener
    • Sweetened: Add monk fruit, stevia, or erythritol

    Want to replace oat milk or soy milk in recipes? This version works beautifully in everything from soups to keto desserts.

    Keto Recipes That Use Almond Milk

    This recipe serves as a versatile ingredient for many keto recipes, including:

    Try it with my:

    You can even use it to make your own keto hot chocolate.

    How Long Does Homemade Almond Milk Last?

    Store in the fridge in a glass milk jug or sealed container. It will keep for about 3–5 days. Always shake before using, as separation is natural.

    Pro tip: Use smaller glass jugs so you can keep batches fresh longer and only open what you need.

    Is Almond Milk Good for You?

    Yes! Homemade almond milk contains:

    • Healthy fats like oleic acid
    • Vitamin E for skin and immune health
    • No added sugar or artificial ingredients

    Use organic almonds when possible for best taste and texture.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    homemade almond milk recipe
    Yield: 8

    How to Make Almond Milk

    Prep Time: 3 minutes
    Inactive Time: 12 hours
    Total Time: 12 hours 3 minutes

    Learn how to make almond milk at home with just 2 ingredients. This keto-friendly nut milk recipe is low carb, dairy-free, and easy to make.

    Ingredients

    • 1 Cup of Almonds
    • 2 Cups of Water
    • Water for Soaking

    Instructions

    1. Soak 1 cup of almonds overnight in a bowl of water. Add enough water to the bowl to cover the almonds but there is no perfect amount for this step in the process, it kind of depends on what size bowl you are using.
    2. Drain the almonds and rinse them once they are finished soaking.
    3. Add the cleaned and drained almonds to a blender as well as 2 cups of water.
    4. Blend at high speed for about 3-5 minutes using the pulse function to drop the almonds down if they are sticking and jumping up in the blender. It can be hard to make contact when you have a high-powered blender strong enough to break down the almonds so stopping here and there to allow the almonds to settle is a good idea.
    5. The liquid should start to look like milk or a translucent shade of white almost right away.
    6. Remove from blender and strain the almond pulp with a cheesecloth over a container to collect the liquid. Squeeze the cheesecloth to get all of the milk out.
    7. Sweeten to taste with an artificial keto sweetener if you prefer a sweeter almond milk flavor.

    Notes

    Refrigerate for about 4-5 days.

    Nutrition Information

    Yield

    8

    Serving Size

    1

    Amount Per Serving Calories 103Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 0mgSodium 89mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 2gSugar 1gProtein 4g

    The nutrition in recipes is calculate by AI, mistakes happen. It is highly recommended to check carb counts to make sure these recipes fit into your diet. Also, if you are following a specific diet or have allergies to certain foods, be sure to do your research on products before considering it safe to consume.

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    Oyinkan Ogunleye

    Monday 1st of May 2017

    I don't like regular milk therefore I've always appreciated almond milk. I never really knew how to make it so these are definitely great tips!

    krystal

    Monday 1st of May 2017

    I had no idea it was this easy. What a great way to have a healthier swap for dairy.

    Laura

    Friday 28th of April 2017

    Very interesting! I would have never thought to make my own! Sounds tasty.

    Heather

    Friday 28th of April 2017

    Well that is so cool. I often wondered how they got milk out of almonds. This is neat that you can do it at home.

    Michelle Waller

    Friday 28th of April 2017

    I didn't think it was this easy. I always thought it was harder. My kids just love Almond Milk.

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