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hazelnut milk

Creamy Hazelnut Milk: A Simple Homemade Delight

This creamy hazelnut milk is a delightful, dairy-free alternative that brings rich flavor and wholesome ingredients, perfect for various recipes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 11 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Hazelnut Milk Ingredients
  • 1 cup raw hazelnuts unsalted
  • 500 ml water for blending
  • 500 ml water for diluting
  • optional dates for sweetening
  • optional agave syrup for sweetness
  • optional maple syrup to add natural sweetness

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Bowl
  • cheesecloth

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Homemade Hazelnut Milk
  1. Soak the hazelnuts in a bowl covered with plenty of water for about 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked hazelnuts under cold running water.
  3. Blend the soaked hazelnuts with 500 ml of fresh water on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Strain the blended mixture through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer into a bowl.
  5. Add an additional 500 ml of water to the strained hazelnut milk to achieve desired consistency.
  6. Store the hazelnut milk in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use organic, raw, and unsalted hazelnuts. Don't forget to save the leftover nut pulp for use in other recipes.

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