Any of you out there still drinking regular old cows milk on the daily? If so, this post is going to change your mind reallll quick.
Here are just a few reasons why you should absolutely ditch that cold-glass-of-cow-milk-a-day habit… yesterday:
» Contrary to “Got Milk” ads, there is no solid proof drinking milk builds strong bones/prevent osteoporosis.
» Humans are the only mammals who drink another species milk past infancy.
» Cow milk’s purpose is to help the calfs grow, which is why it’s so high in saturated fat. Saturated fat for adults can lead to heart attacks.
» Milk is famous for causing sinus & stomach problems (even if you’re not technically “lactose intolerant”). If you are often suffering from one or both of the above, cut out dairy for a week. Problem solved.
» It is also associated with prostate & ovarian cancer.
» Newsflash, you can get the same amount of protein/calcium/& Vitamin D elsewhere in your diet (google it, the options are endless).
» Word on the street, milk has pus in it. SICK!
IDK about you guys, but that’s more than enough reasons to keep me far away from that shit for a lifetime. I’m perfectly content w/ my yummy homemade (yes, homemade!) almond milk.
I first stumbled across this whole concept of making your own milk on Mary Ellen Skye’s Instagram (remember her from this post?!). She posted a picture w/ the caption “french pressing my almonds… best almond milk I’ve ever tasted”, & I immediately knew I had to try it for myself ASAP.
Really though, this almond milk trick has been a total game changer for me. It’s so easy to make, I actually know what is in my glass of milk, & it tastes freaking delicious!!
See below for all the how-to deets & if you try it- LMK what you think :).
x, E
FRENCH PRESS ALMOND MILK
raw | vegan | paleo | serving size: 2.5 cups | lasts: 2 days in the fridge
» 1 cup organic almonds
» 3 cups filtered water or coconut water
» french press
» optional: cinnamon
1. Cover your almonds with water & let soak 1-2 days (the longer you let soak, the creamier it will be).
2. Once done soaking, rinse your almonds with cold water & blend together with 3 cups of filtered water (or coconut water!).
3. Pour the mixture into your french press & slowly press down the plunger to seperate the almond pulp from the milk.
Optional: sprinkle w/ cinnamon for some added sweetness!
This sounds delicious! Can I do anything with the leftover almond pulp? Thanks for sharing!
It is so yum! I was wondering the same with the leftover almond pulp, I don’t know a use for it but I am thinking it could be involved in some baking (kinda like almond meal?)
Yeah, that’s what I was thinking. I like to make really simple breakfast cookies using just mashed ripe banana, GF oats, almond butter, and raisins or chocolate chips. I’m thinking I could throw the almonds in there! Or maybe even use to make almond butter… ! Love your blog, thanks for sharing.
Definitely, sounds delish!!! Thanks for the blog love babe <3
Awesome recipe. I do not drink milk – always opt for soy and almond or rice – but I have never tried to make it myself yet. Maybe I will take the plunge!
Rae | love from berlin
You should! It’s so amazing :)
What a great idea to use a french press! The whole idea of straining the “milk” from the pulp overwhelmed me…not any more! I’ll be making this for the whole family this weekend :) I think I’ll try making hemp milk too with the french press…do you think that would work?
Me too! Cheese cloths always scared me for some reason. Yes, I think hemp milk would work- that’s actually next on my to-do list!
You guys could make granola bars?
Yes- def! So yummy :)
I might have to do this. Eek!! Thanks for sharing this! X, jenna
It’s so yum! You will love it :) x
I loooove making almond milk. Adding a whole vanilla bean makes it extra heavenly! The french press is a great idea for an alternative to the mesh bag straining method- definitely less messy. I’ve used the pulp for almond hummus and to sprinkle on smoothies, yogurt, cereal, etc.
Almond hummus?! Sounds amazing, do you have a recipe? Next time, def. adding a vanilla bean :) x, E
OMG!!!! Homemade almond milk sounds yummy! Have to try it. Way to go with the almond hummus. I will try them both. Thanks everyone
:) xo, Enjoy!
I know I’m late to the convo, but omg amazing idea!! I srsly am in lovvve with almond milk (the WF brand seems to be the best) and I saw a recipe a few months ago for the homemade version. I was also fearful of the cheesecloth!
Very clever using the french press ;-) I think I will soak the almonds for 2 days (I love creamy almond milk!), and add just a little bit of Nielsen-Massey vanilla and maple syrup. I think quality maple syrup is definitely the go-to natural sweetener! It also has a nice, subtle coffee flavor to it. Anyway, love your site, great read! xx Ariana
Great recipe, milk bags are such a mess. I ordered this weekend a large french press from amazon. I hope it works out well. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UQZ0E8C/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1457310089&sr=1&keywords=secura+french+press
I am sure it will :) x
Thank you for this!